OutdoorMN News - Archaeology Day highlights Minnesota’s heritage at Mille Lacs Kathio State Park

[Rick]

People who have wondered what life was like in the days of flint knapping, spear throwing and birch bark canoes, can bring their cameras and curiosity to Archaeology Day at Mille Lacs Kathio State Park on Saturday, Sept. 24.  

The Minnesota Archaeological Society will highlight Minnesota’s heritage with displays, demonstrations and activities from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the park’s picnic area.

Highlights include:

• Flint knapping, spear throwing, cooking and maple sugaring demonstrations.
• Archery in the Park and other kids’ activities.
• Birch bark canoes, prehistoric pottery, and other displays by the Minnesota Archaeological Society, Minnesota Historical Society, Office of the State Archaeologist, Maritime Heritage Minnesota and St. Cloud State University.
• Archaeology films (running continuously in the interpretive center).

This event is made possible by Minnesota state parks and trails, the Minnesota Archaeological Society and St. Cloud State University.

There is no charge for any of the Archaeology Day activities, but a vehicle permit is required to enter the park. Permits may be purchased at the park office. A one-day permit is $5, and a year-round permit, which allows entry into all 75 Minnesota state parks and recreation areas for one year from the date of purchase, is $25.

Mille Lacs Kathio State Park is located 8 miles north of Onamia and 14 miles south of Garrison on U.S. Highway 169. For more information, call the park at 320-532-3523, visit the park’s page or contact the DNR Information Center at [email protected] or 888-646-6367 (8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday).

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