Archaeology in Action: The Kitchen House

The next phase of the Nathaniel Russell Kitchen House Project is now underway! Over the coming weeks, archaeologist Andrew Agha and preservation contractor Richard Marks will fully excavate the Kitchen House cellar, expanding on previous archaeological studies and providing access to secure the structure’s floors and brick hearths.

This is an exciting and necessary step forward in the Foundation’s goal of fully interpreting this incredibly intact domestic space and advancing the knowledge of our shared history.

To accompany this work, Archaeology in Action: The Kitchen House will offer opportunities for the public to learn and engage with the archaeology team. These interactive sessions will take place each Wednesday and Saturday from 11 am – 1 pm beginning on August 14th and continuing for the duration of the project. Free with admission, guests are encouraged to stop by the archaeology site anytime between 11 am and 1 pm to meet the archaeologists and see new discoveries made in real time. Children will be invited to participate in helping the archaeologists and staff uncover artifacts. At the top of each hour (11 am, 12 pm and 1 pm) Foundation staff will discuss the project, and the archaeology team will share recent discoveries. Learn more about this archaeology work before your visit on our blog, HERE.

Registration for this program is not required. Purchase museum tickets online or in person.