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From Stones to Birds … Weekend Events at Moundville Park

TUSCALOOSA, Ala. — The University of Alabama’s Moundville Archaeological Park is hosting two fun-filled and educational events the weekend of July 21 — its annual Knap-In and Birdfest 2017. 17th Annual Knap-In The community is invited to explore the ancient art of flintknapping during the annual Knap-In July 21 and 22. Flintknapping is an ancient Indian technique for chipping stone into tools and weapons. In the last 20 years, this ancient art has been revitalized and is shared by hundreds of […]

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‘Saturday in the Park’ is Back at Moundville Archaeological Park

The University of Alabama’s Moundville Archaeological Park resumes its Saturday in the Park programs this weekend with the topic “Jewelry and Flint Knapping with John Parker.” Saturday in the Park is a series of demonstrations and presentations related to Native Americans, archaeology, natural history, sustainable gardening and more. Many of the topics directly relate to the recently renovated exhibits in the Jones Museum or the archaeology, flora and fauna of the park. Most programs, which run from 11 a.m. to 3 […]

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