All Day Demonstrations/Exhibits (subject to change):
Flintknapping, dentalia (shell art), birch bark art, beadwork, pottery, bead keychain craft, local Native American artifacts, campfire and outdoor scavenger hunt (weather permitting).
1:15 – 2:15 p.m. Speaker:
Dr. Phil Wanyerka Ph.D., Cleveland State University "Archaeological Investigations at the Fort Hill Earthwork Complex in 2024.”
Archaeological investigations resumed this past summer at the Fort Hill Earthwork Complex after a five-year break. Learn about new findings made by Dr. Wanyerka and his team regarding the age and use of this important place in Rocky River Reservation.
12 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. Native American Dancing and Drumming
Performances presented by members of the Lake Erie Native American Council
Seats are limited, tickets are required for ages 2 & over. Fee: $3
To reserve tickets in advance Click here beginning October 15. Tickets can be picked up at the Will Call table at Rocky River Nature Center on the day of the event. ADVANCE REGISTRATION CLOSES 9:30 AM DAY OF PERFOMANCE. TICKETS CAN BE PURCHASED AT THE DOOR STARTING AT 10 AM on November 3 (while supplies last).
11:15 a.m., 1:15 p.m. and 3:15 p.m.
Hike to Ft. Hill with a Naturalist (155 stairs included)
Lunch available for purchase (while supplies last):
The Girl Scouts will be selling hamburgers and hot dogs in front of the nature center from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.