Atlatl Spear Throwing: Teen Saturdays Workshop

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Dates:	Saturday, November 22, 2025 - Saturday, November 22, 2025
Hours:	1:00–3:30 pm
Ages:	Teens
In/Outdoor:	Outdoor
Cost:	$$ see below
Category:	Learn Something

In-Person Teen Program
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Discover the atlatl, a powerful spear-thrower used by the Aztecs! With an atlatl, warriors could launch darts faster and farther than by hand alone. Darts were tipped with sharp obsidian or bone that could pierce tough Spanish leather armor.

Some atlatls were beautifully decorated and gifted to nobles, while others were plain and used by warriors. Today, people still make and use atlatls to explore ancient technology. Try this ancient skill yourself and experience history in action!

IMPORTANT NOTE:

This workshop will take place at Voke Park in Chelsea, MA
540 Washington Avenue

Teen Saturdays Workshops are offered bilingually in Spanish and English and are designed to build community and enrich the museum experience for multicultural and Spanish-speaking teens.

The $10 fee includes free admission to all Harvard Museums of Science & Culture (HMSC) museums immediately following the workshop.

Teens receive an HMSC membership (worth $100) after attending three or more Teen Saturdays Workshops per semester. Or, receive a free admission pass (worth $15) for a return visit if you attend one of the four sessions.

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COST

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$10

WEBSITE

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hmsc.harvard.edu/calendar_event/atlatl-spear-throwing-teen-saturdays-workshop/

LOCATION

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Voke Park 540 Washington Avenue, Chelsea, MA map

Voke Park in Chelsea, MA
540 Washington Avenue