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1 Market St, Mossel Bay Central, Mossel Bay, 6500, South Africa
Point Discovery Centre
The Point Discovery Centre is a non-profit facility dedicated to the preservation and interpretation of the archaeological treasures found in Mossel Bay. Positioned adjacent to the historic Cape St. Blaize Cave, it connects visitors to the groundbreaking research of the Pinnacle Point Site Complex. The center focuses on three key pillars: observing the present, considering the past, and pondering the future, emphasizing how our ancestors survived environmental shifts to become the modern humans we are today.
The Experience
Visitors can engage with a series of displays that detail the survival strategies of early humans during a critical ice age 160,000 years ago. The center acts as a gateway for the official Human Origins Tours, providing context for the scientific discoveries made in the nearby caves. It is designed to be a place of reflection, encouraging guests to think about sustainability and the long-term stewardship of the Earth.
Features & Highlights
- Archaeological Exhibits: Features detailed information and displays on the Middle Stone Age discoveries, including the earliest known use of fire for tool-making and symbolic behavior.
- Research Hub: Serves as a center for sharing information from the SACP4 Project, which studies ancient climates, environments, and human evolution.
- Sustainable Design: The facility itself aims for carbon-neutral status, mirroring its mission to reverse imminent environmental dangers through education.
- Educational Facilities: Offers specialized programs and entertainment areas aimed at teaching visitors of all ages about the "original human design."
- Central Location: Ideally situated near the start of the St. Blaize Hiking Trail and the Shark Lab, making it an easy addition to a day at The Point.
Why Visit?
- Global Heritage: It provides essential context for a UNESCO World Heritage site, explaining why Mossel Bay is considered a "point of origin" for all modern humans.
- Inspirational Message: Beyond history, the center offers a motivational look at human ingenuity and our collective responsibility for the future.
- Community Funded: Supported by grants and private donations, a visit helps sustain the management of these vital heritage programs.
Point Discovery Centre
The Point Discovery Centre is a non-profit facility dedicated to the preservation and interpretation of the archaeological treasures found in Mossel Bay. Positioned adjacent to the historic Cape St. Blaize Cave, it connects visitors to the groundbreaking research of the Pinnacle Point Site Complex. The center focuses on three key pillars: observing the present, considering the past, and pondering the future, emphasizing how our ancestors survived environmental shifts to become the modern humans we are today.
The Experience
Visitors can engage with a series of displays that detail the survival strategies of early humans during a critical ice age 160,000 years ago. The center acts as a gateway for the official Human Origins Tours, providing context for the scientific discoveries made in the nearby caves. It is designed to be a place of reflection, encouraging guests to think about sustainability and the long-term stewardship of the Earth.
Features & Highlights
- Archaeological Exhibits: Features detailed information and displays on the Middle Stone Age discoveries, including the earliest known use of fire for tool-making and symbolic behavior.
- Research Hub: Serves as a center for sharing information from the SACP4 Project, which studies ancient climates, environments, and human evolution.
- Sustainable Design: The facility itself aims for carbon-neutral status, mirroring its mission to reverse imminent environmental dangers through education.
- Educational Facilities: Offers specialized programs and entertainment areas aimed at teaching visitors of all ages about the "original human design."
- Central Location: Ideally situated near the start of the St. Blaize Hiking Trail and the Shark Lab, making it an easy addition to a day at The Point.
Why Visit?
- Global Heritage: It provides essential context for a UNESCO World Heritage site, explaining why Mossel Bay is considered a "point of origin" for all modern humans.
- Inspirational Message: Beyond history, the center offers a motivational look at human ingenuity and our collective responsibility for the future.
- Community Funded: Supported by grants and private donations, a visit helps sustain the management of these vital heritage programs.
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