Unearthing A Slave Community
Over the next several years, we will be examining a number of different archaeological sites. What makes Montpelier a wonderful property for surveys and excavations is its relative undisturbed condition. […]
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Cochineal: How Mexico Made the World See Red (Online Exhibit Spotlight) / Cochinilla: Cómo México Hizo que el Mundo Viera el Rojo (Exposición en Línea)
Harvard Museums of Science & Culture (Virtual) 26 Oxford St., Cambridge, MA, United StatesCochineal, a tiny insect found on certain species of Oaxacan cacti, was harvested for millennia by Indigenous peoples to dye fabrics a vibrant red color. But following the European invasion […]
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The Odyssey: A Retelling
The Parthenon 2500 West End Ave, Nashville, TN, United StatesThe Parthenon and Centennial Park Conservancy are proud to present The Odyssey: A Retelling, by Lisa Bachman Jones in the East Gallery of the Parthenon from June 23 through January 8. Jones is a Nashville-based artist interested in entropy and interconnectivity. Working across disciplines, she investigates the everyday through a lens of care. In preparation […]
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Origins of Humans & Wine: Azerbaijan, Georgia & Armenia
Join us for an exciting trip back in time to explore early humankind and the ‘cradle of wine’ in the southern Caucasus. Learn about ancient winemaking techniques and sample the bounty of the region’s vineyards. Explore medieval towns and UNESCO World Heritage Sites, including prehistoric through early Christian complexes. Enjoy Georgia’s famed hospitality, wherein a […]
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The Best of Ancient Peru
Discover many of Peru’s greatest archaeological sites on this custom-designed, well-paced itinerary with archaeologist Jo Burkholder. Spend your days exploring the archaeologically-rich northern coast and spectacular mountain landscapes. See magnificent ancient sites, a variety of museums, and picturesque villages and cities. Highlights include two visits to Machu Picchu; the impressive Inca fortress of Sacsayhuaman; ruins […]
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Cycladic, Minoan, Mycenaean & Classical Greece
Join us to explore storied Athens and its celebrated ancient monuments before flying to legendary Crete, Greece’s largest island and the place that gave rise to Europe’s first advanced civilization. After visiting fascinating sites and museums in and around Heraklion, we will embark the lovely Callisto, which is akin to a private yacht rather than […]
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Goddesses, Whores, Vampyres and Archaeologists: uncovering ancient Mytilene
This event will be held virtually. Please register in advance via the orange "register" button.
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Trivia w/ Keez at Crying Eagle Brewing
Crying Eagle Brewing Company 1165 E McNeese St, Lake Charles, LATuesdays, 6:30-8:30pm $ = Free Family friendly Crying Eagle Brewing has weekly trivia every Tuesday with Keez, but you can join every week in October for a special round of Louisiana Archaeology questions! Trivia is 4 rounds of 10 questions with prizes for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place. Teams can be between 1 and 6 […]
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Climate Change in the Arctic: It’s Happening Fast, and It’s Happened Before
Boswell Hall 220, The College of William and Mary 100 Ukrop Way, Williamsburg, VA, United StatesJoukowsky Lecture
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Climate Change in the Arctic: It’s Happening Fast, and It’s Happened Before
Andrews Hall, Room 101, College of William & Mary 605 Jamestown Road, Williamburg, VA, United StatesJoukowsky Lecture
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After the Dig – studies from the Phoenician shipwreck. Lecture by Professor Timmy Gambin, Associate Professor of Maritime Archaeology in the Department of Classics and Archaeology, University of Malta.
Those involved in any archaeological project know that for every hour spent excavating a site, many more must be dedicated to post-excavation. One must rationalise, analyse and interpret data that were gathered in the course of the project. Experts are brought in, students offered research opportunities and all information gathered placed in a database. However, […]