Family Day is a biannual, family-friendly event featuring engaging, hands-on activities related to the cultures of the ancient Middle East, Greece, Egypt, and Rome! Each Family Day is centered around a theme and offers activities that are fun for all ages.
Past Family Days
October 6, 2024 | Roaming with Romans: Exploring the World of Gladiators
March 23, 2024 | Magical Marvels: Power and Protection in the Ancient World
October 22, 2023 | Hands-On History: Ancient Technologies, Modern Discoveries
March 25, 2023 | Stinky, Noisy, Fun: The 5 Senses of the Ancient Mediterranean
October 16, 2022 | Trade Throughout the Ancient Mediterranean
March 28–April 3, 2021 | Ancient Health & Wellness
October 18–23, 2020 | Ancient Storytelling
October 20, 2019 | Graffiti and Ancient Kush
March 24, 2018 | Ancient Egypt
October 21, 2017 | Excavating Archaeology @ U-M: 1817-2017
April 8, 2017 | The Art and Science of Healing