CRACKED!

An Archaeology Night for Kids

Paint It. Break It. Piece Together the Past!

Friday, November 20, 2026
4:30–8:00 PM
Presented by the Edina Historical Society

$60 per child | $55 EHS members

Looking for a fun Friday evening for the kids—and a little time for yourself?

Drop the kids off for an exciting, hands-on archaeology adventure with the Edina Historical Society!

In Cracked!, young archaeologists will decorate their own pottery, then discover what happens when their creations become archaeological artifacts.

Working individually and in teams, participants will sort pottery fragments, reconstruct broken vessels, and use clues to figure out what the original decorations might mean.

Along the way, they'll learn how real archaeologists study artifacts, solve mysteries, and piece together stories about the past.

The evening includes:

• Decorating a terracotta pot with colorful designs and symbols

• Learning about archaeological artifacts and pottery

• Sorting and reconstructing broken pottery

• Working together to solve archaeological mysteries

• Discovering how archaeologists interpret evidence

• Pizza and refreshments

• All supplies and materials

Activities and challenges will be adapted to participants' ages.

No archaeology experience necessary—just curiosity and a willingness to get a little creative!

Program Information

Date: Friday, November 20, 2026
Drop-off: 4:30 PM
Pickup: 8:00 PM
Cost: $60 per child ($55 EHS members)
Location: Minnehaha Grange Hall, 4918 Eden Ave. Edina, MN 55424
Ages: 6-12

Registration is required. Space is limited.

Parent/Guardian Information

Drop-off and pickup: A parent, guardian, or authorized adult must sign each child in and out. Children will only be released to individuals identified during registration. Photo identification may be requested at pickup.

Late pickup policy: Pickup is at 8:00 PM. A 10-minute grace period will be provided. After 8:10 PM, a $15 late fee will apply, with an additional $10 for each subsequent 15-minute period or portion thereof. Please contact program staff immediately if you anticipate being late.

Food and allergies: Pizza and refreshments will be provided. Please disclose food allergies, dietary restrictions, and other relevant needs by email to: museum@edinahistoricalsociety.org

Safety: All pottery breaking will be conducted by staff using controlled safety procedures. Children will participate in sorting, reconstruction, and interpretation under staff supervision.

Emergency information: Parents must provide a phone number where they can be reached during the program, an emergency contact, and the names of all adults authorized to pick up their child.

Give yourself a Friday evening off while your young archaeologist pieces together the past!

PLEASE COMPLETE AND SIGN Cracked! An Archaeology Night for Kids Information and Waiver Form  BEFORE EVENT ATTENDENCE ->

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