European Archaeology Days 2026 (EAD)
Museum of Prehistory and Archaeological Park – Chemin de la Roche, Solutré-Pouilly
Free admission
SATURDAY 13 and Sunday 14 June
The Solutré Prehistory Museum invites you to explore the remains of the past and discover the techniques of Prehistory as well as the methods of archaeology, alongside the archaeologists of Inrap.
VISIT AND INTRODUCTION TO PROPELLER SHOOTING
Temporary exhibition: The Propulsor, from reindeer hunters to kangaroo hunters
Discover the exhibition at 10:30 am, 14 pm and 15 pm
Introduction to spear throwing, from 11am to 12:30pm and from 14pm to 16pm
All audiences, adults and ages 8 and up
Are you familiar with the spear-thrower, a prehistoric hunting weapon used on several continents? Discover its diversity and various types of frames, and learn how to use this powerful and ingenious hunting weapon. After the tour, try your hand at hitting the target and win some prizes!
THE ARCHAEOLOGY LAB
From 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and from 14 p.m. to 16 p.m.
All audiences, adults and ages 8 and up
How does an archaeologist work? How do they identify and analyze the remains of the past? The archaeologists at Inrap reveal their methods and techniques for examining these historical remains. Get all your questions answered in the heart of the archaeology lab!
DÉFLINT KNIFE DEMONSTRATION
With Louis De Weyer, archaeologist from Inrap, and the team from the Grand Site de France Solutré Pouilly Vergisson
Discover the stone-working techniques, perfected over more than 3 million years. Hard or soft hammerstones, flakes, blades and flakes: unlock the secrets of Stone Age artisans.
From 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and from 14 p.m. to 16 p.m.
All audiences, adults and ages 8 and up
SHOW - Hypothesis – Pudding Theatre Company
Hypothesis tells the story of a woman who disappeared 43,000 years ago, revealed through unsettling archaeological remains. A contemporary fable that explores what it means to be human, between memory, mystery, and forgotten humanities.
Co-production and residency hosting: CNAREP Pronomade(s), Les Scènes du Jura, Grand Site de France Solutré Pouilly Vergisson, CNAREP L'Abattoir, CNAREP Atelier 231.
With the support of Inrap Bourgogne Franche-Comté, the regional archaeology service DRAC Bourgogne-Franche-Comté. Company accredited by the DRAC and the Bourgogne Franche-Comté Region.
Saturday, June 13th and Sunday, June 14th at 16pm
Price: FREE
The Archaeological Park is not accessible to people with reduced mobility or to strollers.
