You, your family and friends can delve into the fascinating world of archaeology and cultural history in your own backyard at the Ames Plantation Second Annual Cultural Resource Field Day. The field day is planned for Saturday, Oct. 9, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Ames Plantation in Grand Junction, Tennessee.
Visitors can see, hear, touch, smell and taste the history and culture of West Tennessee.
Admission is free so plan to spend an informative day exploring the past at the Ames Plantation. Assist historical archaeologists as they investigate one of the Ames Plantation's most interesting 19th century sites. Learn how basic research techniques employed at Ames can be utilized by anyone interested in their past. In addition, the Fayette County Historical Society will display information for those with an interest in genealogy. Shoeing the Horses Visitors can also learn from talented craftsmen who will demonstrate a 19th century blacksmith shop, an 1840's cotton gin, chair bottoming, operation of a gristmill and early brick manufacturing.