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The Archaeological Research Institute - ARI, Inc Exploring the Past to Preserve the Future! Get involved with local archaeology!

Thank you to all of our participants, volunteers, sponsors, and community partners who helped make the ARI Adventure Tre...
06/16/2026

Thank you to all of our participants, volunteers, sponsors, and community partners who helped make the ARI Adventure Trek & 5K Run such a tremendous success! From the race through the Oxbow to the hands-on archaeological challenges and festival celebration, your enthusiasm and support created an unforgettable day of discovery and connection. Together, you are helping ARI make archaeology accessible to our community.

We hope to see you again next year!

🌿🔪 Did you know archaeologists sharpen their trowels? It’s true — even the most iconic dig tool needs a little TLC. Thi...
06/16/2026

🌿🔪 Did you know archaeologists sharpen their trowels?
It’s true — even the most iconic dig tool needs a little TLC. This snapshot shows our Field School students learning the surprisingly fun art of trowel sharpening. A crisp edge means cleaner layers, clearer soil profiles, and sharper stories from the past.

Hands‑on science with a bit of ✨sharpened flair✨.

☀️ Celebrate the Summer Solstice With Us!Our Summer Solstice Celebration is all about community — gathering on the land,...
06/15/2026

☀️ Celebrate the Summer Solstice With Us!

Our Summer Solstice Celebration is all about community — gathering on the land, welcoming the season, and creating something beautiful together.

Featured in the photo is our sun wheel, a symbol of light, warmth, and the turning of the year. At the event, you’ll also get to make flower crowns and sun catchers to celebrate the day in your own creative way.

Bring your friends, family, and neighbors for an evening of connection, hands‑on fun, and summertime joy.

📅 Date: June, 20
⏰ Time: 4:00pm-8:00pm
📍 Location: 126 W High St

Let’s welcome summer as a community.
https://exploreari.org/events-1/summer-solstice-celebration/?utm_source=fb&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=2026-summer-solstice&utm_content=jun-20

🌾 Step Into the World of the First Farmers — This Wednesday!Join ARI on the trail this Wednesday for our next Summer Hik...
06/14/2026

🌾 Step Into the World of the First Farmers — This Wednesday!

Join ARI on the trail this Wednesday for our next Summer Hiking Series program:
The First Farmers: The Adena Culture 🌱

On this guided walk, you’ll explore how early communities in the Ohio River Valley used plants, experimented with cultivation, and began the transition toward farming during the Early Woodland period. It’s a chance to think like a scientist, connect with the landscape, and discover how the past continues to shape the world around us.

Want a deeper look at the full series and our partnership with OXBOW, Inc.?

Read the latest blog: https://exploreari.org/blog/oxbow-summer-hiking-series-2026/?utm_source=fb&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=2026-summer-hiking-series-blog&utm_content=jun-14

Explore the full lineup: https://exploreari.org/events-1/summer-hiking-series-the-first-farmers-the-adena-culture/?utm_source=fb&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=2026-summer-hiking-series&utm_content=jun-17

Fieldwork came with a tiny surprise — a butterfly who decided we were its research team. This bright little friend float...
06/13/2026

Fieldwork came with a tiny surprise — a butterfly who decided we were its research team. This bright little friend floated along like it had notes to take and discoveries to make. We fully welcome this bright little field friend. Every great discovery deserves a bit of sparkle. 🦋

Choose your path of discovery! ⛏Whether you’re drawn to the lab, the field, or experimental archaeology, ARI has an expe...
06/12/2026

Choose your path of discovery! ⛏

Whether you’re drawn to the lab, the field, or experimental archaeology, ARI has an experience for every curious explorer. Kids, adults, first‑timers, lifelong learners — there’s a place for everyone to think like a scientist and uncover the stories of the Ohio River Valley.

Dig, analyze, experiment, discover — your path is waiting.

Book today: https://exploreari.org/plan-your-visit/?utm_source=fb&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=2026-Book-Experience&utm_content=Jun-12

🌿✨ Hands‑On History: Natural Dye MakingDiscover how leaves, roots, bark, and flowers become vibrant, lasting color in th...
06/11/2026

🌿✨ Hands‑On History: Natural Dye Making

Discover how leaves, roots, bark, and flowers become vibrant, lasting color in this immersive, hands‑on workshop for ages 10+. (Participants 18 and under require guardian approval. Waivers required.)

Using plant materials gathered during our early‑season foraging, you’ll learn to extract, prepare, and apply natural dyes — and explore the science, stories, and cultural traditions behind them. Because we’ll be working with real pigments, expect a little color on your clothes and hands… it’s all part of the fun.

Through guided activities, you’ll dive into:

Traditional dye‑making techniques used across cultures

How natural pigments are processed and fixed for long‑lasting color

The cultural significance of plant‑based dyes throughout history

Responsible early‑season harvesting for craft and survival skills

From the first crush of color to the final dip of fabric, you’ll experience the full journey of transforming raw plant materials into meaningful, usable dyes — and take home creations that connect you to centuries of human ingenuity.

📅 Saturday, June 13
⏰ 10:00 AM–2:00 PM
📍 126 W. High Street, Lawrenceburg

Register Here: https://exploreari.org/events-1/hands-on-history-natural-dye-making/?utm_source=fb&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=2026-Exp-Arch-Workshop-June&utm_content=Jun-13

🦣✨ What will you bring to Artifact, Rock & Fossil ID Day?Bring in your artifacts, rocks, and fossils and have them ident...
06/10/2026

🦣✨ What will you bring to Artifact, Rock & Fossil ID Day?

Bring in your artifacts, rocks, and fossils and have them identified and recorded by a professional archaeologist! It’s one of our favorite ways to connect with the community — and you never know what fascinating pieces of the past will walk through the door.

One of our regulars even brought in a mammoth tooth, and yes… it was just as incredible as it sounds.

Come explore local history, learn how to get involved with archaeology, and meet the team that studies and preserves the stories of our region.

📍 126 W. High Street, Lawrenceburg
📅 This Saturday, June 13
⏰ 10:00 AM–2:00 PM

https://exploreari.org/events-1/rock-fossil-artifact-identification-day/?utm_source=fb&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=2026-ID-Day-June&utm_content=Jun-13

🌿 Step Into the Past at the Guard Archaeological PreserveJoin ARI’s Director of Public Archaeology for a guided tour of ...
06/09/2026

🌿 Step Into the Past at the Guard Archaeological Preserve

Join ARI’s Director of Public Archaeology for a guided tour of the Guard Archaeological Preserve — our living laboratory and the heart of ARI’s research. Explore how archaeologists study and preserve this significant local site, and discover the stories of the people who once lived here.

Every tour invites you to think like a scientist, connect with the landscape, and see archaeology in action.

We’d love to explore with you.

Register Here: https://exploreari.org/events-1/guard-site-tour-2/?utm_source=fb&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=2026-June-Guard-Site-Tour&utm_content=Jun-12

☀️ June at ARI: Explore With Us All Month LongJune is packed with opportunities to explore, discover, and learn across t...
06/08/2026

☀️ June at ARI: Explore With Us All Month Long

June is packed with opportunities to explore, discover, and learn across the Ohio River Valley. From hands‑on archaeology to guided hikes and community programs, each event invites you to think like a scientist and connect with the stories held in our landscapes.

Whether you’re joining us on the trail, in the field, or at Base Camp, we can’t wait to explore with you.

See the full lineup at https://exploreari.org/ari-events/?utm_source=fb&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=2026-June-Events&utm_content=Jun-8

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