Public Archaeology Open House
Saturday,
September 13, 2008
10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Project Archaeology
Open House
Click here for more information.
The 2nd Annual
"Excellence in Archaeology"
Awards and CelebrationSaturday, October 4, 2008
4:00 - 9:00 p.m.Click here for tickets.
Click here for more information in the Calendar of Events and a donation form for underwriting, auction donations and ad space to support the Capital Campaign and Center Programs.
The Center
Receives Two Major Grant Awards
County Supervisor
Pam Slater Price,
Las Patronas
The Center is proud to announce it has received a $10,000 Community Projects Grant from San Diego County Supervisor Pam Slater-Price to fund a portion of an exhibit, education and recycling program.
The Center also received $7,100 from Las Patronas to fund capital purchases for the Center's Culture Classroom and Curatoral Vaults.
Click here for more information on both grants.
The San Diego Archaeological Center is a museum where visitors can learn the story of how people have lived in San Diego County for the past 10,000 years. In addition to its role as a museum, the Center serves as an education and research facility and is the only local organization dedicated to the collection, study, curation and exhibition of San Diego County's archaeological artifacts.
The Vision of the Center is to provide the general public and archaeology professionals with a museum, education and research facility where artifacts:
- are used in educational programs and museum exhibits so the public can enjoy learning about the prehistory and history of the San Diego region through educational programs and museum quality exhibits.
- will be cared for in a state-of-the-art environment.
- are available for further academic and professional research.
Museum Hours:
Monday through Friday
9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
and Saturday 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
The Center museum is open to the public,
with a suggested donation of
$2 per person or $5 per family.16666 San Pasqual Valley Road
Escondido, California 92027-7001
The Center is located at 16666 San Pasqual Valley Road (State Route 78) Escondido, California, 1.5 miles east of the San Diego Wild Animal Park.
Click here for a map.
The Center is served by The Breeze, NCTD bus service,
on Route 386. Click here for more information.The Center was named 2006 "Best Little Known Museum" by
San Diego Magazine readers in their annual "Best of San Diego" issue.The San Diego Archaeological Center is a 501 (c) (3) not for profit organization whose mission is to preserve archaeological collections and promote their educational, scientific and cultural use to benefit a diverse public.
Please call for special tours, 760-291-0370.
Learn more about the Center's
Capital Campaign or please consider purchasing a Donor Brick
to be installed on Center grounds.
Volunteers are always needed, and require no previous experience.
Internship opportunities are also available now.
NEW! A limited number of Research Assistants are needed for the Center’s ongoing National Science Foundation experimental archaeology project “Understanding Hunter-Gatherer Grinding Technology Through Experimentation.”
2008 Annual Appeal Campaign
Click here to find out why this campaign is so important to the Center, and why every donation is important and appreciated, whether five dollars or $5,000.
Experimental Grinding for the National Science Foundation Research
Grant Begins
click here for more information.
An Introduction to Archaeology
and the Archaeology of San Diego
The San Diego Archaeological Center's new exhibit that provides viewers with a greater understanding of the tools, processes and research involved in the field of archaeology. Specifically, the archaeology of the San Diego region from 10,000 years ago to present day.
Gallery guides to extend the learning experience are available.
Thank you to all who contributed to the CRM
Get-Together
June 7, 2008!Click here for a list of sponsors for the event
Click here to view pictures from the event .
Winners of
Last Year's
"Excellence In Archaeology"
Congratulations to the award winners in the first awards ceremony for archaeological excellence.
For more details,
click here.Archaeology Without the Dirt - Volunteers Wanted!
Did you ever dream about becoming an archaeologist?
Do you enjoy history? Do you have office skills, or want to learn?
Make a Difference! Volunteers are needed at the Center for many tasks, from docents to library work, GIS to collections intake and exhibit preparation.
Volunteers and interns are needed to do “archaeology without the dirt.” No previous archaeological experience or knowledge is necessary for this unique volunteer opportunity.
Click here for more information,
or call Annemarie Cox at 760-291-0370.
Special Events - Volunteers Wanted!
Do you enjoy marketing and special events? Here is an opportunity to contribute to the Center through volunteer committee work on the 2nd Annual Excellence in Archaeology Awards - 2008.
Support the important work of the Center through your contribution of time, energy and talent.
Click here for more information,
or call Marie Andersen at 760-291-0370.
Virtual Museum and Newsletter Archive
The text and some graphics of past and present exhibits are available on line, in PDF format, as well as past Center newsletters, by clicking here.
Do you shop? Make a Difference, in Four Easy Steps! Simply click on the banner below, follow the easy steps, and painlessly, select merchants make a contribution to the Center, every time you shop! Write down the Center's Group Number, 8560242, and register your Vons Club Card, Macy's Charge Card, and other credit card. Baja Fresh, Linens N Things, Big Five Sporting Goods, Princess Cruises, and many other merchants participate.
Make a Difference! Sign up today!
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The San Diego Archaeological Center recently became a member of the San Diego Museum Council. Historic North County Sites North County strives to preserve its history, with almost every community hosting an historical society, museum or historic attraction. In 1995, representatives from local historical and preservation organizations created an informal council to bring awareness of North County’s historical resources to the public. Click on the banner above to see a calendar of events for San Diego. In a city best known for its natural beauty, San Diego's true brilliance radiates from its thriving cultural center. The sun shines a spotlight on world-class opera, eclectic museums, Tony® Award-winning theaters, and a dynamic assortment of performances that make San Diego a leading destination for artistic and cultural discovery. Other Attractions Near the Center: San Pasqual Battlefield State Historic Park San Pasqual Battlefield State Historic Park honors the soldiers who fought in the battle between the U.S. and Californio forces on December 6, 1846 in the midst of the Mexican-American War. Generals Stephen Kearny and Andres Pico both claimed victory. Visitor Center with exhibits and programs, hiking trail, picnic area. Saturday and Sunday only, 10:00am to 5:00pm. Telephone (760) 737-2201 for more information. Located directly adjacent to the Archaeological Center at 15808 San Pasqual Valley Road, Escondido, CA 92025. San Diego Wild Animal Park Visit the San Diego Archaeological Center, then drive down the road just 1.5 miles to visit this world famous attraction. Sikes Adobe, San Dieguito River Park The Sikes Adobe Farmhouse was destroyed in the Witch Creek Fire in October 2007. Click here for an update on the historic landmark site that is being restored.
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