YORK’S Coppergate Shopping Centre is being transformed into a hands-on archaeological adventure this week to celebrate an annual festival.
Organisers of the Festival of Archaeology say that back in the 1970s, the Coppergate dig in York was heralded as one of the most important archaeological excavations in modern times, with over 40,000 artefacts uncovered throughout the 5 year-long dig and paving the way for the creation of the JORVIK Viking Centre.
“Now the team behind theViking Centre are looking to showcase to the next generation of ‘little diggers’ at their ‘Archaeology in Coppergate’ event taking place from this Thursday in Coppergate Square,” said a spokeswoman.
“The event will transform the modern Coppergate Shopping Centre back to an archaeological dig, with replica dig pits, soil sifting and even the chance for our visitors to dress up like real archaeologists.
“Our staff will be on hand to show the importance of archaeology in telling the stories of the past in a fun and hands-on way.“
Archaeology in Coppergate will run from 10am to 4pm daily from Thursday until Monday just outside the Viking Centre. The event is free to attend but with a small charge for some activities.
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