From the North Florida Herald

By Mina Radman

A group of citizen archeologists will gather at the fourth annual Alachua Stoneage Fair on Saturday, Jan. 29.

The educational show, which will take place at the Alachua Woman's Club, features over 25 artifact and fossil collections and lectures from four prominent Florida archeologists.

"It's always good to know about the past and what we're going to show are the only tangible reminders of who lived in Florida before us," said Robert Knight, president of the Sunshine State Archeological Society. "It's going to be a spectacular display of collections that won't be seen otherwise."

The lecturers include: Dr. Barbara Purdy, a University of Florida professor; archeologist Ryan Means; and Tom Pertierra of the Southeastern Paleoamerican Survey. According to the Sunshine State Archeological Society, a majority of fossils and artifacts are preserved because there are too many for all of Florida's museums to own and showcase.

As a result, the owners come together annually to display their prized possessions for others interested in archeology.

The fair is hosted by the Sunshine State Archeological Society and modeled after the 75-year-old Loveland Stoneage Fair in Colorado. There is a $3 entrance fee while children under 12 years old are free. The Alachua's Woman Club is located on 14565 Main St. in Alachua.