The Uncovered Past Institute runs archaeology projects based on public participation.

Join our excavations and explore the history that lies under the surface of Australia. Any one interested in learning more about archaeology and history is welcome to take part.

In October 2017 we commenced excavating a 19th century Chinese gold-mining village at Harrietville in northeast Victoria, Australia. In October 2019, October 2022, Jan-Feb 2024 and Nov-Dec 2024 we conducted our second, third, fourth and fifth field seasons at this village site. Our sixth season of excavation at Harrietville will take place in Nov-Dec 2025. See Harrietville Chinese Mining Village, Season 6 - Dig with Us Nov-Dec 2025 for more details.