Backyard Archaeology 2024

when: 16 March 2024 - 01 September 2024 | venue: Canberra Museum + Gallery | cost: See event for details | address: 176 London Circuit Civic Square 2608 | website: https://cmag.com.au

published: 18 Mar 2024, 5 min read

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Backyard Archaeology tells the story of thousands of small objects that Steve Brown collected from around an ordinary suburban house and garden. Some of the objects were collected during house renovations, others while gardening, and many from archaeological digs.

From the numerous objects, including a miniature gnome, an airline teaspoon, medicine bottles, and toy handcuffs, Steve explored the history of his property and local area. He learned about people who had lived there previously and how past lives were lived.

The exhibition shows how a person can become deeply connected to found objects and how everyday encounters with lost and forgotten things can shape us and give us a 'sense of place'.

Backyard Archaeology includes the photographic series, 35mm sieve, by artist and archaeologist Ursula K. Frederick.

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Backyard Archaeology 2024 | What's on in Civic Square

Backyard Archaeology 2024 is on 16 March 2024 - 01 September 2024. The opening hours are: See event website for details. Conveniently located in Civic Square. Call 02 6207 3968 for details. Visit their website at https://cmag.com.au.

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Event Details

what: Backyard Archaeology 2024
when: 16 March 2024 - 01 September 2024
start time/end time: See event website for details
venue: Canberra Museum + Gallery
phone: 02 6207 3968
city/suburb: Civic Square ACT

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