DIG! St. Mary’s Fort Excavation Experience

12 Sep 2026

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9:00am - 4:00pm

hsmcc.groups@maryland.gov

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DIG! St. Mary’s Fort Excavation Experience

12 Sep 2026

9:00am - 4:00pm

Overview
Have you ever wondered what it’s like to work on a real archaeological site? This full-day, hands-on excavation experience allows participants to dig and screen alongside professional archaeologists at the St. Mary’s Fort site at Historic St. Mary’s City. You’ll learn about archaeological methods, site safety, and how artifacts help us understand the past — all while contributing to active research.

Who can participate?
- All participants must be 18 years of age or older
When is the program offered?

Programs are held from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on the following Saturdays:
- April 25, 2026
- May 9, 2026
- July 18, 2026
- September 12, 2026
- September 26, 2026
- October 24, 2026
ALL PROGRAMS ARE NOW FULL. If you would like to be placed on a waitlist, please reach out to hsmcc.groups@maryland.gov.

What is the cost?
- $95 per person
- $85 for HSMC Members
Your registration fee includes:
- A full-day excavation experience
- Lunch
- One complimentary admission ticket to visit Historic St. Mary’s City before the end of the visitation season
- A program keepsake
- A digital photo of you working on the site
Info: hsmcc.groups@maryland.gov or call 301-994-4372
Upcoming Dates

Sat, September 12, 2026 09:00 AM - 04:00 PM

Sat, September 26, 2026 09:00 AM - 04:00 PM

Sat, October 24, 2026 09:00 AM - 04:00 PM

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