Chance to view artefacts unearthed during East West Rail works.
Archaeology fans are being invited to a free Milton Keynes ‘pop-up museum’ to explore the ancient discoveries unearthed near the region that will be connected by the East West Rail route.
The museum invitation, at Fishermead Trinity Centre, Fishermead Boulevard, comes in advance of archaeological investigations planned ahead of work to deliver the 95 miles of track connecting communities to the east and west of Milton Keynes, between Cambridge and Oxford.
Hosted by MOLA (Museum of London Archaeology), the event will feature a display of real archaeological artefacts, such as pottery, coins, brooches, bracelets, buttons and needles representing everyday life more than 2,000 years ago.
There will be demonstrations of ancient crafts and visitors can try their hand at ancient basket weaving using template mini looms and naturally dyed wool and designing a plant pot inspired by ancient farming and gardening practices.
People will also see the past come to life through an immersive virtual reality roundhouse experience and be able to speak to archaeologists about the recent excavations and discoveries that were all made in the local area.
The 21st August event will help shape how best to share the discoveries of future archaeological investigations for East West Rail which are expected to uncover further artefacts that will reveal how people lived in the past.
“These events offer a rare opportunity for people to see genuine discoveries made near the planned route of East West Rail and offer a fascinating insight into life during the Iron Age,” said Steve Sherlock, Strategic Archaeological Advisor at EWR Co.
“Previous events like this have been very popular, so we hope people will come along to see these artefacts, have a go at some ancient crafts, and learn more about the archaeological process.”
“We’re excited to share these fascinating discoveries with communities living along the route of East West Rail,” said Cat Gibbs, Community Engagement Officer at MOLA.
“With more archaeological excavations in the pipeline, this is also a great opportunity for us to listen to suggestions and ideas of visitors about how we can continue engaging people of all ages with the past.”
The events are suitable for all the family with no -pre-booking required. For more information email: CommunityEngagement@mola.org.uk.
