Moundville Archaeological Park

Join Moundville Archaeological Park on Saturday, July 11, 2026 from 9:15 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. for a copper work demonstration outside the Jones Archaeological Museum! Learn about the history of pre-contact copper craftsmanship in the Southeast.
Watch a live demonstration of the ancient heating and hammering technique used to craft some of the most stunning metalwork in North America.
In the event of rain, we will meet inside the Jones Archaeological Museum.
Drop&nbsp;in&nbsp;anytime between 9:15 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. 
<h2>Admission</h2>
This program is free with paid park admission.
<ul><li>Adults – $8</li>

<li>Seniors (55-years-old and older) – $7</li>

<li>Students – $6</li>

<li>Under 5 – Free</li>

<li>Moundville Residents – Free</li>

<li>Native American visitors – Free with tribal membership card</li>

<li>UA Museums members – Free with museum membership</li>

<li>Bryant Museum Circle of Champions – Free</li>
</ul>
<h2>Location</h2>
We will meet outside of the Jones Archaeological Museum at Moundville Archaeological Park.
Moundville Archaeological Park is located 13 miles south of Tuscaloosa, off Alabama Highway 69 and the physical address is 634 Mound State Parkway, Moundville, AL 35474-6413.
<h2>Contact Information</h2>
If you have any questions, please email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:education-moundstatepark@ua.edu">education-moundstatepark@ua.edu</a>&nbsp;or call (205) 371-8732.

Local Event: Saturday in the Park: Copper Work Demonstration

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Saturday in the Park: Copper Work Demonstration

Join Moundville Archaeological Park on Saturday, July 11, 2026 from 9:15 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. for a copper work demonstration...

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Afterward, kids will learn about butterfly anatomy and make their own to take home. Plus, we have the book available for purchase in our gift shop. We hope to see you there!
Admission: This program is free with paid park admission. • Adults – $8 • Seniors (55-years-old and older) – $7 • Students – $6 • Under 5 – Free • Moundville Residents – Free • Native American visitors – Free with tribal membership card • UA Museums members – Free with museum membership ª Bryant Museum Circle of Champions – Free
Location: Moundville Archaeological Park is located 13 miles south of Tuscaloosa, off Alabama Highway 69 and the physical address is 634 Mound State Parkway, Moundville, AL 35474-6413.
Contact Information: If you have any questions, please email education-moundstatepark@ua.edu or call (205) 371-8732.

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<h2>Admission</h2>
This program is free with paid park admission.
<ul><li>Adults – $8</li><li>Seniors (55-years-old and older) – $7</li><li>Students – $6</li><li>Under 5 – Free</li><li>Moundville Residents – Free</li><li>Native American visitors – Free with tribal membership card</li><li>UA Museums members – Free with museum membership</li><li>Bryant Museum Circle of Champions – Free</li></ul>
<h2>Location</h2>
Moundville Archaeological Park is located 13 miles south of Tuscaloosa, off Alabama Highway 69 and the physical address is 634 Mound State Parkway, Moundville, AL 35474-6413.
<h2>Contact Information</h2>
If you have any questions, please email education-moundstatepark@ua.edu or call (205) 371-8732.

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