Press Release
October 1, 2026
Contact: Anna Vincent
Spiro Mounds Archaeological Center, Oklahoma Historical Society
Office: 918-962-2062
[email protected]
okhistory.org/spiromounds
Celebrate Archaeology Day With Family-Friendly Event at Spiro Mounds Archaeological Center
SPIRO, Okla. — Celebrate Archaeology Day at Spiro Mounds Archaeological Center. This family-friendly event will take place on Saturday, October 17, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Activities will include artifact sorting, atlatl throwing and archaeological flotation demonstrations. The atlatl is an ancient dart-throwing tool that was used for thousands of years in North America until it was replaced by the bow and arrow. The flotation demonstrations will use simple equipment to show how archaeologists extract plant material and other items from the soil. The atlatl throwing will take place at 11 a.m., and the flotation demonstration will take place at 1 p.m.
Free refreshments will be served. The cost of the event is included with paid admission to the site.
For more information, please call 918-962-2062 or visit okhistory.org/spiromounds. The Spiro Mounds Archaeological Center is located at 18154 1st St. in Spiro.
The Spiro Mounds Archaeological Center is a division of the Oklahoma Historical Society. The mission of the Oklahoma Historical Society is to collect, preserve and share the history and culture of the state of Oklahoma and its people. Founded in 1893 by members of the Territorial Press Association, the OHS maintains museums, historic sites and affiliates across the state. Through its research archives, exhibits, educational programs and publications, the OHS chronicles the rich history of Oklahoma. For more information about the OHS, please visit okhistory.org.
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Editor’s Note: Photos of the Spiro Mounds Archaeological Center are available upon request.
