Digging Up History

July 9, 2022

Samels Farm in Williamsburg makes sure the past is never forgotten. The farmstead-slash-museum has been preserved in all its 1880s glory on Skegemog Road and often offers classes, workshops, and other events to bring the days of yore back to life. One such event will be held on Sunday, July 17, from 2pm to 5pm. The inaugural Artifact Identification Day is a chance for the public to bring up to five artifacts (and any relevant information about them) to the farm for examination by renowned archaeologist Dr. Charles Cleland. That same day, the Samels Family Heritage Society is launching a new book about the property, The Fascinating Archaeology of Skegemog Point and the Samels Farm, which describes artifacts discovered by the family and Dr. Cleland, some of which date back 11,000 years. The event is free, though donations are accepted. For more information, visit samelsfarm.org.