M.A.R.I. Gras - Laissez les bons temps rouler!

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Uptown Campus
301 Dinwiddie Hall
Graphic for M.A.R.I. Gras event, featuring research institute logo and Mardi Gras beads.

Join MARI for a festive celebration where archaeology meets Mardi Gras magic! Get hands-on with interactive stations throughout the day—carve soap sculptures, solve archaeology puzzles, hunt for hidden treasures in our scavenger hunt, write your name in Maya glyphs, and paint mini artifacts in carnival colors.

 

Featured Events:

  • Anthropology Career Panel (12:00-1:30 PM) - Discover diverse paths in the field
  • Zooarchaeology Workshop (1:30-2:30 PM) - Explore ancient animal remains
  • Flint Knapping Workshop (1:30-2:30 PM) - Learn stone tool-making techniques
  • Guided Gallery Tours (11:00 AM & 2:30 PM) - Uncover MARI's treasures

Whether you're fascinated by ancient civilizations, curious about anthropology careers, or just ready to celebrate, there's something for every curious mind. Come for the activities, stay for the discovery!