Become an archaeologist every Wednesday.

Become an archaeologist every Wednesday at our indoor dig site, Time Quest, The Dig. 

Uncover 2000-year-old Roman artefacts and learn about life at Arbeia, South Shields Roman Fort.

Explore reconstructed excavation sites, piece together pottery, examine coins, and discover your finds with the help of museum staff.

Times:

11-11.20am

11.35-11.55am

12.10-12.30pm 

1-1.20pm

1.35-1.55pm 

2.10-2.30pm

2.45-3.05pm

Each session will last for 20 minutes and is limited to 8 participants, on a first-come, first-served basis. The sessions at the start and end of the day tend to be the busiest, so you may need to wait to take part in this activity.

Price:

Free entry | Donations welcome

This activity is part of our Ways to Play programme of free and low-cost family-friendly activities.

Make your Ways to Play adventure a great value day out by travelling to our venues by Metro and / or Ferry.  Up to three children aged 11 and under can travel for free on the Metro and the Shields Ferry with a fare-paying adult. Metro is the convenient, fast and frequent way to get to your favourite attractions and now it’s even more affordable.   

Ways to Play is sponsored by Tyne and Wear Metro

Nearest Metro station to Arbeia: South Shields