Hands-On Classes for Adults: Atlatl Workshop: Stone Age Spear Slinging

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Houston Museum of Natural Science

Hands-On Classes for Adults: Atlatl Workshop: Stone Age Spear Slinging

Saturday, Nov. 21, 2015

09:00 AM
US/Central

Students will journey into prehistory by literally chucking the past! Experimental archaeologist Dr. August Costa will introduce students to the science and prehistory of hand-cast projectiles and biomechanics of their use.

Participants will build their own cane dart and learn how construct throwers. After instruction on using the Stone Age spear-throwe--the atlatl, participants will fling full-scale replicas at stationary targets. The class will culminate in a tournament competition, with a sharp grand prize.

About the Class

This class is limited to 12 participants. No participants under 16 years of age. Minor participants 16-18 must be accompanied by a ticket-holding adult. Advance registration is required. This class will be held offsite at Buffalo Field Archery Club. Map and direction will be sent to all those registered prior to the class.

HOURS & ADMISSION

Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm (last entry at 4:30 pm)
Friday, Saturday, Sunday, 9:00 am - 6:00 pm (last entry at 5:30 pm)
Free Tuesdays (not available on Feb. 20 or May 7, 2024), 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm (last entry at 7:30 pm)
Holiday hours may differ. Please check www.hmns.org/visit/hours-and-pricing for information.
Public - Adult $59.00

Public - Senior (62+) $59.00

Directions & Parking

Paid Parking
Street Parking

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