On Saturday, October 18, 2014, Plano's Bob Woodruff Park will be filled with pint-sized explorers, budding artists and junior archaeologists...all visiting the park for
this year's Archaeology Fair, an annual event sponsored by The Plano Conservancy for Historic Preservation, Inc. and Versar, Inc.

"This free event is always great fun for all involved.  Children, parents, grandparents, volunteers and educators all enjoy a day full of unique learning opportunities," said Plano Conservancy Co-Director Russell C. Kissick of Plano. "This event is a wonderful learning experience and features fun for the whole family."

The fair - which will take place from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. - will feature a variety of activities and exhibits including rock painting, atlatl throw, corn husk doll creation, face painting, a petroglyph site, a pictograph wall, a geological creek walk, and more.

"Our guests will have the opportunity to participate in a variety of hands-on activities, enjoy the Native American Bearclaw singers and dancers, see a variety of exhibits and demonstrations and much more," Kissick added.

The event will take place at the far north end of Bob Woodruff Park off of San Gabriel Drive almost to Parker Road in Plano.

About the Plano Conservancy for Historic Preservation The Plano Conservancy for Historic Preservation, Inc., a Texas corporation 501 (c)(3) non-profit, is an organization dedicated to
promote civic pride in the past, to increase preservation awareness through education and public outreach, and to provide financial assistance to protect and preserve our heritage resources for this and future generations. For more information, please visit www.planoconservancy.org or call 972-941-2117.