Curious about participating in Skype a Scientist, but don't know where to start? Or perhaps you've done it before, but are on the lookout for new ideas? Join AIA's 2026-2027 Skype a Scientist Ambassadors Taylor Cwikla and Rachel Dewan and members of the AIA's Outreach & Education Committee to hear a bit about their personal […]
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AIA-Nashville Society invites members to join Parnassus Books and The Parthenon at a special author event with Dr. Emily Wilson. Eventbrite link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/author-event-with-emily-wilson-tickets-1992020069652?aff=ebdsoporgprofile Parnassus Books and The Parthenon are pleased to present an evening with Emily Wilson for her new book, CROSSING THE WINE-DARK SEA. Parnassus Books and The Parthenon, in partnership with Centennial Park […] |
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Join us for a talk by Professor Elizabeth Colontoni, in partnership with the Rochester Society of the Archaeological Institute of America. Nestled in the Sabine hills of central Italy, Trebula Mutuesca was a thriving place two thousand years ago. During the time of the Roman Empire, the site was famous for its temple to the […] |
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AIA-Nashville Society is excited to invite you to Current Research in Tennessee Archaeology (CRITA) on September 12, 2026! Organized by the Tennessee Division of Archaeology, this special program will be held in person from 9:00-3:30 at the Tennessee State Library and Archives in Nashville, Tennessee. See details below for free parking information. With morning and […] |
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Tim Maxwell, Ph.D. (Museum of New Mexico, Office of Archaeological Studies) The possible sources of turquoise found throughout Mesoamerica have long drawn scholarly attention. Although the southwestern United States contains several major sources, turquoise also occurs in Mexico. Can researchers determine the source of turquoise incorporated in thousands of Mesoamerican artifacts?
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Undergraduates from Davidson, UNC Charlotte, and Winthrop will talk about their summer 2026 experiences on digs in Ecuador, Italy, Peru, and Sicily. |
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Bob Sutton, Professor Emeritus, Indiana University Recovering Zeuxis’ Helen: The Invention of the Female Nude Classical Athenian painted vases often displayed risqué images of naked female bathers. Around 430 BCE, this theme is suddenly transformed into noble images of goddesses, brides, and Helen of Troy that decorate vessels designed for female use. Appearing as the […] |
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On this special circumnavigation of Greece’s Peloponnese peninsula in the company of two special AIA lecturers and hosts, archaeologists Jack Davis and Shari Stocker. You will spend a night in Athens and then cruise around the Peloponnese aboard the luxurious, 50-cabin Emerald Azzurra for seven nights. Along the way, Jack and Shari will be part […] |
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Trace the layered history of the western Mediterranean on a journey through Morocco and Spain, where Roman, Islamic, and Christian civilizations shaped enduring cultural landscapes. From Morocco’s Roman ruins and imperial cities to Andalusia’s Moorish masterpieces and Spain’s great art collections, this thoughtfully paced itinerary weaves together archaeology, architecture, and living traditions. Along the way, […] |
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Unfortunately, this listed event has been cancelled. We appreciate the interest shown by the few persons who inquired. The Athens Society will continue hosting public lectures in 2026-2027. The Athens Society will sponsor a guided tour of two prehistoric rock effigy mounds located in Putnam County, Georgia. Both effigy mounds are well-known archaeologically but are […] |
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The American Research Center in Egypt, Northern California chapter, invites you to attend a Zoom lecture by Dr. Kathleen Sheppard, Missouri U. of Science and Technology: Women’s Work in Abydos: Margaret Murray, Amice Calverley and Myrtle Broome Sunday, September 20, 2026, 3 PM PDT This meeting is virtual, not in person. Zoom registration link: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/LjEuB54-RlaCCDgV4RzTvw […] |
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JOURNEY THROUGH THE HEART OF CLASSICAL GREECE AND THE AEGEAN WORLD on this marvelous exploration of Athens, several Greek islands, and the vast Greco-Roman site of Ephesus, Türkiye. Begin with three nights in Athens, staying near lively Syntagma Square. Explore with expert local guides Athens’ iconic ancient landmark, the Parthenon, plus the exceptional Acropolis Museum […]
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Kershaw Lectures in Near East Archaeology Please join the Student Affairs Interest Group for their annual Dissertation Lecture featuring Sarah Malik Bell, who received her PhD from Brown University in 2025, for her talk, "Remembering Collapse: Understanding Ritual at Abandoned Late Bronze Age Sites on Crete through the lens of Social Trauma Theory" on Tuesday, September 22nd at 5:00 PM ET/2:00 […]
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Stone and clay may dominate archaeological narratives of Ancient Western Asian museum galleries, shaping our understanding through what has survived best. Yet, ancient craftspeople worked within a far richer material world that included glass, glazes, pigments, faience, and one of history's earliest synthetic materials: Egyptian blue or zagindurû in Akkadian. Drawing on the Ancient Western Asian seal […] |
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Investigate southwestern Europe’s most extraordinary prehistoric caves, including Lascaux IV, a new, exact reproduction of one of the most remarkable prehistoric sites ever discovered; Altamira II, a precise replica of the original that is often called the “Sistine Chapel of Prehistoric Art”; Atapuerca, the most significant early human site in western Europe; Las Monedas Cave […]
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The Shabaqo Stone is a monument that preserves some of the most important religious writings to survive from ancient Egypt. It was carved for Shabaqo, a Kushite king who ruled Egypt during the Twenty-Fifth Dynasty (ca. 722–655 BCE). One of its central texts is the so‑called “Memphite Theology,” which portrays the god Ptah as a […]
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Join the AIA as Eric Cline (George Washington University) presents the first AIA Archaeology Hour talk of the 2026-2027 season: "Homer, Hollywood, and Historical Context: Comments scribbled in a Bronze […] |
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Anna Marguerite McCann and Robert D. Taggart Lectureship in Underwater Archaeology Location TBA
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Please join us for our first event of the Fall 2026 cycle. Dr. John D. Wineland will be presenting his research in northern England and Scotland. Dr. Wineland is a Professor of History and Archaeology at the University of the Cumberlands, and the Society's Program Coordinator.
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Charles Eliot Norton Memorial Lectureship |
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From palace facades to carved royal inscriptions, discover how the Achaemenids maintained, mended, and renewed their monumental architecture. This virtual symposium brings together scholars to explore ancient repair practices of care, materials, techniques, and what they reveal about craftsmanship in the ancient world. Pre-Registration Required via arthistory@fitnyc.edu |
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RE-SCHEDULED Saturday, Sept. 26 3:30 pm EST In-person only at the Penn Museum, Classroom L2 No registration required Speaker: Prof. Marie-Lys Arnette, Assistant Professor and Alexander Badawy Chair in Egyptian Art & Archaeology, Dept. of Near Eastern Studies, Johns Hopkins University Title: Studying & Publishing Theban Tomb n°7: (A) Tomb of the Scribe Ramose at […] |
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Step back in time to explore the island of Crete, center of the Minoan civilization during the Bronze Age, as well as the nearby Cycladic Islands of Santorini, Mykonos, and Delos. Marvel at the physical evidence of this first advanced civilization in Europe, which created palace complexes, stunning works of art, a unique writing system […] |
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Martha Sharp Joukowsky Lectureships Reception before event, lecture starts at 5:30 PM |
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Martha Sharp Joukowsky Lectureships |
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Lecture by Nicholas Bartos, Research Scholar, Institute for Study of the Ancient World, New York University 6:30 pm Reception; 7:00 pm Lecture Download event flyer HYBRID event In person: George […] |
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Join us for a comprehensive, expert-led exploration of Tunisia, a country whose layered history has shaped the Mediterranean world for more than three millennia. Traveling with archaeologist and AIA study leader Nejib ben Lazreg, we will experience all seven of Tunisia’s cultural UNESCO World Heritage Sites, explore fabled cities of the Phoenicians, Romans, and early […]
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Please join us for an in-person screening and informal discussion of the Archaeology Hour talk by Eric Cline (George Washington University). Two movies, twenty-two years apart: Wolfgang Peterson’s Troy with Brad Pitt in 2004, and Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey with Matt Damon in 2026. Discussions swirling around both have centered on faithfulness to Homer's original […]
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Internet sensation Milo Rossi — better known to his 3+ million followers as "miniminuteman" — is coming to Boston for an unforgettable evening of science, skepticism, and side-splitting commentary. This isn't your typical archaeology lecture. With more than a billion views, the self-proclaimed “Googledebunker” has become one of the most trusted voices in debunking archaeological […] |
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Internet sensation Milo Rossi — better known to his 3+ million followers as "miniminuteman" — is coming to New York City for an unforgettable evening of science, skepticism, and side-splitting commentary. This isn't your typical archaeology lecture. With more than a billion views, the self-proclaimed “Googledebunker” has become one of the most trusted voices in […] |
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Join members of the Rochester Society of the Archaeological Institute of America for hands-on archaeology activities! Appropriate for all ages, this program will give participants the chance to interact with archeology enthusiasts and sample artifacts. Kids can enjoy play-doh, coloring pages, and archaeology toys, and even try out some archaeology for themselves in a sandbox! |