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San Diego Archaeological Center
The San Diego Archaeological Center is a nonprofit museum where visitors can learn the story of how people have lived in San Diego County for the past 12,000 years. Founded in 1993, the Center was the first private nonprofit dedicated to the care, management, and use of archaeological collections. Visit our museum, which is located in the picturesque San Pasqual Valley in Escondido, one mile…
El Presidio de San Diego Lecture
Local archaeologist and historian Richard L Carrico will be joining us to talk about his latest book, El Presidio de San Diego: Excavating Southern California’s Lost City, where he uncovers San Diego’s first European settlement. Founded in 1769, the ruins…
Annual BBQ
Join us for an afternoon of food, lively entertainment, and a gathering of San Diego’s archaeological community. Back by popular demand, we’re serving up all-you-can-eat carne asada, pollo asada, carnitas, and jackfruit adovada tacos from Frida’s Taqueria. Sip colorful agua…
Earth Pigments Workshop
Before paint tubes and art stores, people around the world created vibrant colors from the earth itself. In this hands-on workshop, discover how ancient artists turned natural materials into the pigments used in rock art and other early forms of…
Gourd Dreamcatchers Workshop
Join us on the rooftop of The Grand | Ritz Theater to create a meaningful piece of art while learning about cultural traditions, creativity, and exchange within Native American communities. While the dreamcatcher originates with the Obijwe people of the…
Flintknapping 101
Step back in time and discover the fascinating craft of flintknapping in this hands-on workshop held at the Sikes Adobe Historic Farmhouse. Flintknapping is the ancient technique of shaping stone into tools through the application of controlled force, a skill…
North County Archery Club
The San Diego Archaeological Center is hosting the North County Archery Club on the last Saturday of each month. All ages and skill levels are welcome, with gear available first-come-first-served. Archers are invited to explore the museum and learn about…
