Archaeological Institute of America

Digging Aunt Jemima and Uncle Ben: The Archaeology of Enslaved Cooks
2021-10-14 18:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | TBA (Santa Barbara 1), Santa Barbara, CA, United States

How Beer Made Kings in Early Egypt (Free Virtual Lecture)
2021-10-14 18:00 - 19:15 (America/New_York) | KY
Matthew Douglas Adams, Director, Abydos Archaeology; Senior Research Scholar, Institute of Fine Arts, New York University
The remains of a 5000-year-old brewery found in the ancient Egyptian city of Abydos are providing insights into the relationship between large-scale beer production and the development of kingship in Egypt. Archaeological evidence indicates that the Abydos brewery produced beer on a truly industrial scale—something unparalleled in early Egypt. Matthew Adams will share findings from recent excavations at the brewery and will consider it in context as part of a broad pattern of royal activity at the site that served to define the very nature of kingship at the beginning of Egypt’s history.
Presented by the Harvard Museum of the Ancient Near East and the Harvard Museums of Science & Culture
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International Archaeology Day in National Heritage Institute Prague
2021-10-14 16:00 - 18:00 (Europe/Prague) | International Archaeology Day in National Heritage Institute Prague, Liliová 219/5, Prague, 11000, Czechia
A series of short lectures, covering various topics from the Neolithic to the Modern Age, discussion, poster exhibition on the activities of archaeologists of the National Monuments Institute (Liliová 5, Prague, 2 weeks).
A series of short lectures for the public, covering various topics from the Neolithic to the Modern Age, discussion, and poster exhibition on the activities of archaeologists of the National Heritage Institute (Liliová 5, Prague 1, 2 weeks).

Archaeology Abridged: Indian Cuisine, Past and Present
2021-10-14 13:00 (America/New_York) | KY
Join us for this Archaeology Abridged talk by Monica Smith.
Today, Indian cuisine is a global favorite, anchored through a diaspora of restaurants in small towns and urban centers alike. But did you know that a hankering for the flavors of the subcontinent goes back thousands of years? The Romans imported pepper from India by the sackful, and even earlier than that, the ancient Bronze Age culture of the Indus started the combinations of ginger, turmeric, and other spices that we recognize as “curry.” Bring your appetite for a lunchtime discussion of the ingredients, history, and archaeology of the subcontinent’s wonderful palette of foods.
Monica L. Smith is Professor in the Department of Anthropology and Professor in the Institute of the Environment and Sustainability at the University of California, Los Angeles. She holds the Navin and Pratima Doshi Chair in Indian Studies and is the director of the South Asian Archaeology Laboratory at the Cotsen Institute of Archaeology. She received her B.A. in Classical Civilizations (ancient Rome and Greece) at the University of California, Santa Barbara; M.A. in Archaeology from UCLA; and Ph.D. in Anthropology from the University of Michigan. Her field experience includes participation on projects in England, India, Italy, Egypt, Madagascar, Bangladesh, Tunisia, and with the National Park Service in the American Southwest. With her colleague R.K. Mohanty she has co-directed a long-running archaeological research project in eastern India at the sites of Sisupalgarh, Talapada and Ostapur and their environs, supported by funding from the U.S. National Science Foundation, the National Geographic Society, the Wenner-Gren Foundation for Anthropological Research, and the American Institute of Indian Studies. Her books include Cities: The First 6,000 Years; A Prehistory of Ordinary People; and with R.K. Mohanty, Excavations at Sisupalgarh. She is in her third term as an Academic Trustee on the AIA’s Governing Board.

Heritage Education Network Belize talks Archaeology Laws
2021-10-14 07:30 - 08:00, 2021-10-12 07:30 - 08:00 (America/Belize) | KY
Celebrate IAD with Heritage Education Network Belize and 7 New Belize Ltd. Join us for an informative discussion on heritage management legislation with Brandon Usher of “Law man for the Layman” morning show.

Tunisia: Phoenicians to Romans, Mosaics to Mosques
2021-10-14 | KY
This fascinating itinerary features all seven of Tunisia’s cultural UNESCO World Heritage sites, including fabled Carthage, with its museum’s unparalleled collection of Punic artifacts; Dougga’s splendid 3,500-seat theater and temples; Kairouan’s Great Mosque; and El Djem’s marvelous 30,000-seat ancient amphitheater. Other highlights include the leadership of our distinguished Tunisian archaeologist and visits to Bulla Regia’s underground Roman villas, Temple of Apollo, and 4th-century theater; Thuburbo Majus’s Forum, Temple of Mercury, and sunken winter baths; and the Bardo Museum’s renowned exhibits of ancient mosaics.
Seize the opportunity to also visit the cultural treasures of Malta on our optional, 4-day extension featuring the megalithic temples at Tarxien, Hagar Qim, Mnajdra, and Ggantija; Hal Saflieni Hypogeum; and the splendid medieval cities of Valletta and Mdina.
Maximum of just 12 travelers!

The Legacy of Ancient Rome
2021-10-14 | KY
For first-time as well as repeat travelers to this region of Italy, this is a splendid opportunity to share ten days learning and traveling with AIA lecturer and host Ingrid Rowland, who has been a resident of Rome for many years now, plus expert local guides and a professional tour manager to handle all of the logistics. In October the weather is typically perfect, and you will enjoy delicious food and wine as well as excellent, 4-star hotels that are perfectly located for some independent exploration.
Highlights are many and include:
* A custom-designed, well-paced itinerary with five nights in central Rome, two nights in Amalfi overlooking the Tyrrhenian Sea, and three nights in the historic center of Naples
* A full day exploring Rome’s ancient monuments, including the Forum and Colosseum (with special entry to the Colosseum’s upper levels), plus the House of Augustus on the Palatine Hill
* A full day dedicated to Rome’s Capitoline Museums, with their magnificent Classical and Renaissance art; the awe-inspiring Pantheon; and the Borghese Gallery’s outstanding sculptures and paintings
* A day trip to Tivoli for visits to Hadrian’s Villa, a 2nd-century A.D. complex; and Villa d’Este, a superb Renaissance palace
* A visit to Vatican City, with early entry to the Vatican Museums, including the Sistine Chapel and Raphael Rooms, and the Gregorian Etruscan Museum; plus St. Peter’s Basilica, the largest church in the world
* An excursion to Paestum, with its three magnificent, Doric Greek temples
* A high-speed hydrofoil ride to the isle of Capri, with Tiberius’ astounding Villa Jovis
* And visits to archaeological gems in and around Naples, including Pompeii and Herculaneum, both of which were buried (and preserved) by the eruption of Mt. Vesuvius in A.D. 79; the superb Naples Archaeological Museum; and Villa Poppea (Oplontis), an ancient villa with splendid wall paintings

Did We Evolve to Exercise? (Free Virtual Lecture)
2021-10-13 18:00 - 19:15 (America/New_York) | KY
Daniel Lieberman, Edwin M. Lerner II Professor of Biological Sciences, Professor of Human Evolutionary Biology, Harvard University
Exercise is a paradox: everyone knows it is healthy, but most of us struggle to do it. Further, as technology and machines increasingly replace human labor, fewer people are getting enough exercise. In this talk, Daniel Lieberman will explain how an evolutionary and anthropological perspective on exercise can help. How much exercise did we evolve to do? Is exercise really a magic bullet? Why, how, and to what extent does exercise slow aging and promote health? Is there a best way to exercise? And, most importantly, how can we help each other exercise without nagging or coercing?
Evolution Matters Lecture Series
Series supported by a generous gift from Drs. Herman and Joan Suit
Presented by the Harvard Museum of Natural History, the Peabody Museum of Archaeology & Ethnology, and the Harvard Museums of Science & Culture
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Drink Your Hot Chocolate Like a Maya Ruler! Make Your Own Maya Drinking Cup (in English, until October 31st)
2021-10-13 09:00 (America/New_York) | KY
Have fun learning about Maya ceramics for International Archaeology Day! This activity is a digital kit you can do any time on your own to explore the art and function of ancient Maya painted ceramics. Using various digital resources (including an online video tutorial) you will learn about some of the forms, designs, and functions of Maya ceramic vessels, with special attention to the Maya drinking cup. Complete our Maya drinking cup art activity to enjoy your favorite hot beverage!
Download our digital kit here: https://bit.ly/3oi390T
For an added bonus, if you email a photo of your completed drinking cup to mesoamericacenter@gmail.com by Sunday October 31, 2021 you will be eligible to win a gift box of Guatemalan hot drinking chocolate, ceramic drinking cup, and other small Guatemalan artisan crafts. Three winners will be selected from the submitted photo entries.

Cultural Sustainable Tourism (CST) - 3rd Edition
2021-10-13 08:00 - 2021-10-15 18:00 (America/New_York) | online conference, online conference, online, 000, Indonesia
Experiencing the stories, culture and heritage of the past and present is the spirit of cultural tourism, creating and providing a sustainable environment for both the locals and the visitors is what sustainable tourism attempts to achieve. Travelers who aim to recreate cultural experiences, spend more time and money at their destinations more than other travelers. This form of tourism is also becoming generally more popular throughout the world.

The Legacy of the Etruscans: Latium, Umbria & Tuscany
2021-10-13 | KY
Discover the world of the ancient Etruscans, a pre-Roman civilization that flourished in the area between Rome and Florence from at least the 7th century B.C. until they were conquered by the Romans in the 3rd century B.C. The extent of the impact that the Etruscans’ legacy had on the Greeks and Romans, through to our contemporary world, is still coming to light. Join Dr. Pieraccini and a small group of like-minded fellow travelers to explore and further understand the realm of the Etruscans.

Berry site "Dig Day"
2021-10-12 10:00 - 2021-10-16 14:00 (America/New_York) | Berry site, Henderson Mill Road, Morganton, NC, 28680, United States
Volunteers are invited to join in the excavation of the Berry site, located outside of Morganton, North Carolina. Berry is the location of the Native town of Joara and the Spanish Fort San Juan which was built in January 1567 and destroyed in 1568. Fort San Juan, occupied by 30 Spanish soldiers, constitutes the earliest European colonial settlement in the interior of the United States.

Excavate Virtual Egyptian Artifacts Online
2021-10-12 | KY
This activity is fun for all ages. Play the archaeology inspired Excavate! Egypt™ game online in celebration of International Archaeology Day. This is a virtual all-day event.
Explore four culturally important “dig sites” including Alexandria, Giza, Valley of the Kings, and Karnak. There are over 50 artifacts to uncover and analyze. Explore a worker’s village in Giza and the temple of Karnak, that highlight very different lifestyles and illustrate social class differences. Investigate the Valley of the Kings, where past Pharaohs are mummified. Examine the library at Alexandria to gain a deeper understanding of the importance of learning and studying. Visit the sites in any order; your progress will be recorded in journals that log collected artifacts, field notes and achievements.  At each location, make meaning of how artifacts were used through a series of analysis questions and reports that help you consider the historical context of the primary source artifacts to make connections.
Play The Game – https://games.dig-itgames.com/game_directory/excavate-egypt-free/
Archaeology Day Blog – https://dig-itgames.com/international-archaeology-day-2021/
Excavate! Egypt Game Info – https://dig-itgames.com/portfolio/excavate-egypt-world-history-lesson-game/
Ask The Game Developer
From 9:00AM to 5:00PM the team at DiG-iT! Games® including archaeologist Suzi Keehn (Wilczynski) will be available to answer questions through our help desk channel (https://digitgames.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/requests/new) or social medial channels (@digitgames) about the game.
Play After October 16
Can’t find time to play on archaeology day? Excavate! Egypt is always free to play online. Play it with the family or integrate it into lesson plans in schools, museums and other cultural activities.

Archaeology Week
2021-10-11 18:00 - 2021-10-16 20:00 (America/Belize) | KY
Galen University’s Anthropology Club is celebrating Archaeology week with various Facebook sessions every day of the week. We will be talking about laws in Belize concerning artifacts and monuments, field work experiences, and how they are important for all Belizeans, as well as inviting a Belizean NGO that advocates for heritage and culture and the important role of archaeological research.

The Hoover Fakes: How Defrauding a Presidential Library Exposed the Brazen Sale of Forged Antiquities (Dr. Bjorn Anderson and Erin Daly)
2021-10-11 17:30 - 19:00 (America/Chicago) | 805 Southlawn Drive, 805 Southlawn Drive, Iowa City, IA, 52245
Join the Iowa Society of the AIA for our October International Archaeology Day virtual lecture! “The Hoover Fakes: How Defrauding a Presidential Library Exposed the Brazen Sale of Forged Antiquities”
In April 2019, the Herbert Hoover Presidential Library and Museum cancelled a planned exhibition, Written in Stone: The Treasures of Eden and The Rosetta Stone, noting in a press release that “questions were raised about the authenticity of some of the items that were loaned to the Hoover Library and Museum by the Origins Institute Museum.” Two years later, in August 2021, police raided an antiquities shop, the Sadigh Gallery, in New York City. The owner, Mehrdad Sadigh, was indicted by the New York County District Attorney’s Office for multiple offenses tied to a large-scale and decades-long forgery operation involving the manufacture and sale of thousands of fake artifacts.
In this lecture, Anderson and Daly present the evidence that that led them to determine that the objects loaned to the Hoover were most likely forgeries traceable to the Sadigh Gallery. They also discuss the broader problem of fakes and the difficulties faced by institutions and individuals in determining authenticity.
Register for this lecture here: https://uiowa.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJEsduygpjspEtTfY3GQ4MKVD7-IaJy1VYpn

Arkhaios Cultural Heritage and Archaeology Film Festival
2021-10-11 - 2021-10-17 | Spokane, WA, 99201, United States
The 9th annual Arkhaios Cultural Heritage and Archaeology Film Festival will be offering the
2021 festival lineup through a secure online platform from Monday October 11 to Sunday October 17,
and the Jury will announce the Arkhaios Film Festival awards winners on Saturday October 16, 5pm EST.
Arkhaios is an educational event to showcase the discovery of past cultures gained from ethnological or
archaeological research, and illustrated by documentary films. The event is free and open to the public.

The Best of Ancient Peru
2021-10-11 | KY
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 of the Inca town of Ollantaytambo; the renowned Moche tombs of Sipán at Huaca Rajada; and the UNESCO World Heritage sites of Lima, Cuzco, and Chan Chan, one of South America’s largest pre-Columbian sites. Relax at your 4- and 5-star hotels, conveniently located so you can explore the local culture, with three nights each in Chiclayo, the Sacred Valley, and Cuzco. Travel with a maximum of just 15 guests.

Archaeology Movie Matinee
2021-10-10 14:00 - 16:00 (America/Chicago) | Rodeo Cinema, 2221 Exchange Ave, Oklahoma City, OK, 73108, United States
Go deep into the jungle, and into archaeology-themed fun, at OKPAN’s “Jungle Cruise” Movie Matinee! OKPAN has rented an entire theater at Rodeo Cinema OKC (2221 Exchange Ave, Oklahoma City, OK 73108) so that members of the OKPAN community–that means you!–can enjoy this family-friendly film together before it’s available to the public on Disney Plus. Admission is $5 and includes snacks provided by OKPAN as well as take-home educational activities for children of all ages.

Long lost lives of forgotten New Yorkers at Dead Horse Bay
2021-10-10 11:00 (America/New_York) | Hofstra University, Breslin Hall, 1000 Hempstead Turnpike (Hofstra University 105), Hempstead, NY, 11549, United States
A lecture by Dr. Robin Nagle, Anthropologist-in-Residence at the New York City Department of Sanitation, and Clinical Professor of Anthropology and Urban Studies at NYU.

Origins of Humans & Wine: Azerbaijan, Georgia & Armenia
2021-10-10 | KY
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 wine-making 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 ‘visitor is considered a gift from God.’ This is a region of extraordinary contrasts, deep history, and cultural diversity.
HIGHLIGHTS:
* Travel and learn with AIA lecturer and host Ian Tattersall, who is both a paleoanthropologist and an oenophile; plus a professional tour manager and local guides
* Visit impressive UNESCO World Heritage Sites: Baku’s Old Town, Shirvan Shah Palace complex, and 98-foot-tall Maiden Tower, plus the ancient petroglyphs of Gobustan, in Azerbaijan; Georgia’s Mtskheta; and Armenia’s Haghbat monastery, Echmiadzin, and Zvartnots Cathedral
* Learn about and sample wines at five different wineries: Azerbaijan’s ASPI Winery in the Savalan Valley; Georgia’s Tibaani Vineyards, cellar of French vigneron Vincent Jullien, and Chateau Mere winery; and Armenia’s Areni Winery near the ancient Areni-1 cave complex
* Explore a variety of fascinating prehistoric through early Christian sites, including:
* Dmanisi, a medieval town under which were found five 1.8-million-year-old Homo erectus skulls
* The cave complex of Areni-1, where a 6,000-year-old winery was discovered
* Several of Georgia’s oldest churches, including Bolnisi’s Sioni Church, Tbilisi’s 6th-century Anchiskhati Basilica, and Mtshketa’s 11th-century Svetitskhoveli Cathedral
* Impressive monasteries, including 6th-century Jvari, with one of the country’s earliest (and one of its finest) churches; and Haghbat, a fortified 10th-century literary, artistic, and education center as well as a monastic compound
* Enjoy a large feast, known as a supra, by experiencing a Georgian Table covered with plates of delicacies balanced on top of each other plus countless toasts

Family Archaeology Day with Arrowhead Fred
2021-10-09 12:00 - 16:30 (America/New_York) | Bollinger County Museum of Natural History, 209 Mayfield Drive, Marble Hill, MO, 63764, United States
1:00 – 3:00 pm – Arrowhead Fred Bollinger will display Native American tools and identify your Native American relics and finds. Try your hand at different types of primitive skills while you explore the world of ancient cultures.
12:00pm-4:00pm – Hands on children’s’ activities, puzzles, games, and crafts appropriate to the archaeology theme will be ongoing throughout the afternoon. Pick up your free Missouri Archaeology Month poster, while supplies last.
All activities and presentations are free with your paid museum admission.
Museum Admission: Adults $5 each & 17 years and under $2 each
The Museum will be open from 12pm-4:30pm
Bollinger County Museum of Natural History is located at 209 Mayfield Drive in Marble Hill.
For more information call 573-238-1174 or email bcmnh@sbcglobal.net

Wing Island Archaeology Walk
2021-10-09 10:30 - 11:30 (America/New_York) | Cape Cod Museum of Natural History, 869 Main Street, Brewster, MA, 02631, United States
Join Archaeologist, Dan Zoto, for a guided walk of Wing Island, the location of the Wing Island Archaeology Project. Learn the history of the island and its varied uses throughout the millennia.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED / SPACE LIMITED
$8 per person
Does not include Museum Admission.
Participants meet at the front entrance.

Archaeology Day
2021-10-09 09:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Historic Jamestowne, 1368 Colonial Pkwy, Jamestown, VA, 23081, United States
Join us as Historic Jamestowne Celebrates Virginia Archaeology Month. Join an archaeologist for a tour of the James Fort. Then stop by the excavations in progress, to experience the moment of discovery. After that, check out the Archaearium (our archaeology museum). Archaeology Day will also feature an array of family-friendly programs.

Disability accommodations in ancient Greece
2021-10-08 14:00 (America/Chicago) | WEBINAR (Central Illinois 1), Urbana, IL
Young Lecture
Please contact Jane Goldberg at jgoldber@illinois.edu for information on joining this online lecture.

Celebrating Belizean Archaeology
2021-10-08 | KY
The Belize Institute of Archaeology celebrates International Archaeology Day hosting multiple trivia Fridays (October 8, 15, and 22) on social media (IA Facebook page) whereby trivia pertaining to Belizean archaeology will be posted throughout the day. Also, we will be hosting an interactive competition aimed at bringing awareness to Belize’s archaeological sites. Participants will be tasked to create replicas of iconic Belizean archaeological site buildings using only recycled materials and posting images of their creations on the IA Facebook page.

21st Century Tools for Studying Ice Age Art
2021-10-07 19:00 (America/New_York) | WEBINAR (Springfield 1), Springfield, OH
Matson Lecture

Taking the High Ground: Lowland Maya Settlement Patterns as seen through LIDAR
2021-10-07 18:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | KY
October 7, 2021 at 6:00pm EDT, a virtual lecture given by Dr. Marcello Canuto of Tulane University. A link to view the lecture will be available approximately one week before the event

Sensing the Past: A workshop in applied sensory archaeology and heritage assessment
2021-10-07 - 2021-10-09 | KY
Last chance to register!
Sensing the past: A workshop in applied sensory archaeology and heritage assessment
October 7-9, 2021: Online and in Amsterdam, NL
Join us for this international workshop bringing together a wide range of sense-based research methodologies applied to the ancient and historic built environment.
An increasing number of interdisciplinary approaches to sensory research in humanities has proven productive in decentralizing ocular-centric models of experience towards holistic comprehension of built remains. These innovative perspectives have led to a growing field of inquiry and dispersed collection of investigatory methods to approach senses individually or through their interrelationships (e.g. synesthesia). In so doing, more avenues are widening for identifying undervalued forms of historic communication, quotidian forms of place-making, and carriers of meaning in ancient and historical places that are not visibly accessible in the physical remains.
Part 1, held online on 7 and 8 October, will introduce participants to the state-of-the-field debates in experiential archaeology and heritage work. A series of 18 presentations will be anchored by a keynote address by Dr. Sue Hamilton (Director, UCL Institute of Archaeology) on 8 October. Presentations will take place between 10am and 6pm CEST.
Part 2 of the workshop, held in person on 9 October, will give a limited number of local participants experiential fieldwork practice by taking part in a sensory walk at the Fort bij Uithoorn, a site built as part of the Amsterdam defense line system and inscribed in the Stelling van Amsterdam UNESCO world heritage designation. Research will be contextualized with a lecture by a local military history expert.
Many of the forts in the Stelling have come under recent revitalization efforts, which preserve the material composition of the fort but often significantly change the experiential layer. Fieldwork will equip participants to analyze historic sensory contributions to such historic spaces and to contribute to redevelopment dialogues beyond mere material evidence. Safety measures in place due to Covid-19 will be applied.
Advance registration by October 5th is required for this workshop and site visit. For more information on speakers, discussion themes, and registration, please visit: www.uva.nl/sensingthepast
This workshop is a collaboration between the Universiteit van Amsterdam School of Heritage, Memory, and Material Culture and the Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam Institute CLUE+.
