WILLIAMSBURG— With the official ribbon cutting on April 25, the Colin G. and Nancy N. Campbell Archaeology Center is now open to the public for visitors.
According to the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation, this new building will contain state-of-the-art laboratories, modern equipment, and curated collections, which will be open to visitors seven days a week. The center provides guests with an opportunity to observe and interact with archaeologists as they clean, study, and analyze artifacts and the historical evidence that helps us recreate life in the past.
Archeology has taken place at Colonial Williamsburg for almost 100 years. In that time, CW has amassed a collection of around 60 million artifacts. Even with that, it is estimated by CW that only about 30% of the historic area has been uncovered, and it says there are still many careers and decades of work left to do.
A variety of activities will be available for the weekend of the opening. This includes hands-on activities with the Discovery Lab, Archaeology behind the scenes, and a glimpse into the future of archaeology at Colonial Williamsburg. The archaeology center is free and open to the public, located across the street from the Art Museums of Colonial Williamsburg.
Learn more about the Campbell Archeology Center on the official website.
