A Bath for No One: Cosa’s Public Bathhouse and its Role in Reassessing Life in a Roman Town
2026-10-20 19:30 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Semans Auditorium (Room 117), Belk Visual Arts Center, 315 N. Main St., Davidson, NC, 28036, United States
A lecture by Allison Smith (Davidson College)

Milo Rossi: Offline and In Person (Omaha, NE)
2026-10-21 19:00 - 20:30 (America/Chicago) | Holland Performing Arts Center, 1200 Douglas St, Omaha, NE, 68102, United States
Internet sensation Milo Rossi — better known to his 3+ million followers as “miniminuteman” — is coming to Omaha 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 misinformation and making science accessible to everyone. In this engaging talk, he’ll dive into the real dangers of pseudoscience and pseudo-archaeology, and discuss why science communication matters now more than ever.
Whether you’re a longtime fan or new to Milo’s work, expect his signature blend of humor, insight, and passion for truth as he tackles some of today’s biggest challenges in scientific literacy. Come ready to think critically, laugh a little, and leave with a fresh perspective on how we can all be better stewards of knowledge and the world around us.

October AIA Archaeology Hour with Briana Pobiner: What was the REAL Paleodiet?
2026-10-21 20:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York)
Join the AIA as Briana Pobiner (Smithsonian) presents the first AIA Archaeology Hour talk the International Archaeology Day 2026 AIA Archaeology Hour talk : “What was the REAL Paleodiet?”
This presentation will be held on Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at 8pm Eastern/7pm Central/6pm Mountain/5pm Pacific.
Register Here!
This lecture will also be available in American Sign Language (ASL). ASL interpretation will be provided by Trail Blazing Interpreters. Due to Zoom limitations on mobile devices and tablets, participants interested in accessing ASL interpretation should log in using the desktop version of Zoom.

Exploring Hopi Yellow Ware Pottery
2026-10-22 17:00 - 18:30 (America/Denver) | Maxwell Museum of Anthropology, 500 University Blvd NE, Albuquerque, NM, 87106, United States
Dr. Kelley Hays-Gilpin (Museum of Northern Arizona) + Bobby Silas (National Park Service)
Hopi potter and Park Ranger at Kuaua Ruins (Coronado Historic Site) Bobby Silas and Museum of Northern Arizona Curator Dr. Kelley Hays-Gilpin explore the deep history of Hopi pottery traditions, from museum collections to contemporary potters’ expertise. Many unique aspects enliven stories from two millennia of continuous tradition, such as technical changes and challenges with paint recipes, coal-firing, innovative vessel forms, and meaningful painted designs. In-person lecture also offered on Zoom.

Archaeology under the Volcano: Six Thousand Years of Human History on the Caribbean Island of Montserrat
2026-10-22 17:30 - 18:30 (America/Chicago) | VA
Location TBA

Healthmaking in the Past: What ancient Egyptians can teach us about living healthier lives
2026-10-22 19:30 - 21:30 (Pacific/Honolulu) | Art Auditorium, Art Building University of Hawaii at Manoa, 2500 Campus Rd, Honolulu, HI, 96822, United States
Martha Sharp Joukowsky Lecture

Michigan Archaeology Day
2026-10-24 10:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Michigan History Center, 702 W. Kalamazoo St., Lansing, MI, 48915, United States
Michigan Archaeology Day returns to the Michigan History Center on Saturday, October 24, 2026. This exciting annual event is your chance to talk with archaeologists about investigations and artifacts that tell the story of 14,000 years of Michigan history! From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., archaeologists and experts in related fields will be stationed throughout the first and second floors of the museum where they will tell you about their research, show you some artifacts they have found and answer your questions. Plus, there will be many hands-on activities. More details to come on October 1. This all-ages annual event is free, and parking is too.

Rhode Island-International Archaeology Day!
2026-10-24 11:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | Rhode Island Hall/Main Green, Brown University, 60 George Street, Providence, RI, 02912, United States
Let’s celebrate International Archaeology Day together! Join the Joukowsky Institute for Archaeology and the Ancient World and the Rhode Island Archaeology Society for an archaeology-themed open house on Brown University’s Main Green. See ancient coins from Greece and Rome up close! Touch animal bones! Examine and draw Persian and Roman ceramics, prehistoric tools, precious metals, and other artifacts from thousands of years ago – coached by experts! And talk with Brown’s archaeologists about their fieldwork all over the world!
Come be part of an active archaeological excavation! Students will be digging on the grounds outside the List Art Building. Stop by (with your family or on your own) any time between 11:00 am and 3:00 pm to see what our students are uncovering or even try your hand at digging.
Free and open to the public! All ages welcome!

Petra (Jordan): A Wonder of the World Between a Rock and a Hard Place
2026-10-24 18:30 - 21:30 (America/New_York) | Southern Methodist University, Moody Hall Auditorium, Airline Rd, Dallas, TX, 75205, United States
Charles Eliot Norton Memorial Lectureship

Milo Rossi: Offline and In Person (Milwaukee, WI)
2026-10-24 19:00 - 20:30 (America/Chicago) | The Pabst Theater, 144 E Wells St, Milwaukee, WI, 53202, United States
Internet sensation Milo Rossi — better known to his 3+ million followers as “miniminuteman” — is coming to Milwaukee 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 misinformation and making science accessible to everyone. In this engaging talk, he’ll dive into the real dangers of pseudoscience and pseudo-archaeology, and discuss why science communication matters now more than ever.
Whether you’re a longtime fan or new to Milo’s work, expect his signature blend of humor, insight, and passion for truth as he tackles some of today’s biggest challenges in scientific literacy. Come ready to think critically, laugh a little, and leave with a fresh perspective on how we can all be better stewards of knowledge and the world around us.
TICKETS: https://crowdwork.com/e/milwaukee-milo-rossi-offline-and-in-person

Isis, Mistress of the Southern Lands: From Heliodorus’ Aethiopica to Meroe, an ancient kingdom on the Nile
2026-10-27 19:30 - 21:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | VA
Martha Sharp Joukowsky Lectureships
Location TBA

Bundles of Meaning: Interpreting Rock Art Through Indigenous Knowledge
2026-10-29 18:00 - 19:30 (America/Denver) | https://www.archaeological.org/event/bundles-of-meaning-interpreting-rock-art-through-indigenous-knowledge/
Doris Z. Stone New World Archaeology Lectures
Virtual event, registration to be posted.

Buried in Enemy Territory: A Spartan Tomb in Athens and the Politics of Commemoration
2026-10-29 18:00 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | VA
Lecture will take place at Concordia University, exact location TBA.

Vigna Randanini: The Jewish Catacombs of Rome
2026-10-29 18:30 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Rehm Library, College of the Holy Cross, 1 College St., Worcester, MA, 01610, United States
Join Dr. Jessica Dello Russo for an engaging exploration of the Jewish catacombs of ancient Rome and the discoveries that are transforming our understanding of Jewish life and burial practices in antiquity. A specialist in Roman topography, funerary archaeology, and the history of archaeology, Dr. Dello Russo has developed and curated major scholarly initiatives, including the DAPICS image archive, the BiblioSelect research indices, the Luminaria blog, and the ongoing digitization of the archives of ICS founder Estelle Shohet Brettman.
Dr. Dello Russo’s archaeological and archival research has yielded significant discoveries, including pieces of the renowned “Sarcophagus of the Menorah” from the Jewish Catacombs of Vigna Randanini, the rediscovery of the long-inaccessible Jewish catacomb of Vigna Cimarra, and previously unpublished documentation from the earliest excavations of Rome’s Jewish catacombs. These findings have shed new light on the history and preservation of these extraordinary underground cemeteries. Drawing on her doctoral research, Dr. Dello Russo will discuss the history, archaeology, and enduring significance of Rome’s Jewish catacombs, offering fresh insights into one of the oldest Jewish communities in the Diaspora and the remarkable subterranean monuments that preserve its legacy.

The Ancient Library as a Museum
2026-10-29 18:30 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Emory University Campus, White Hall Room 205
Dr. Mamoli Mysrini presents recent work on the Pantainos Library at Athens, Greece.
Her recent research is on the architectural form of ancient libraries in general, and most recently she has been working specifically on the publication of the Library of Pantainos at the Agora in Athens. Her talk will have both a focus on the archaeological remains of the Library of Pantainos but will also tackle the broader topic of the ancient library, the “Μουσείον” as an integrated cultural center with both manuscripts and works of art, as it was in Alexandria, Pergamon, Rome (Temple of Peace), Athens (Hadrian’s Library), and Side (Gymnasion/ Structure M).

Archaeology Day of the Dead
2026-11-01 10:00 - 15:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Fresno Chaffee Zoo, 894 W. Belmont Avenue, Fresno, CA, 93728, United States
The activities in this event will consist of the following:
1. Archaeological Outreach at the Zoo
The Fresno Chaffee Zoo will host a major celebration for Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) on Sunday, November 1st, and has invited the Society to participate. Recognizing the high attendance anticipated for this event, the Society will host an educational table staffed by our board members. This presence will allow us to engage with the public, promote the importance of archaeology and anthropological studies, distribute educational materials, and recruit new members. Archaeology aligns perfectly with the thematic essence of Día de los Muertos; it serves as a profound reminder that death is not a final erasure, but rather an entry point for studying the vibrant cultures, civilizations, and enduring lessons left behind by past generations.
2. Guided Tour of the Kingdoms of Asia Exhibit
The Society will host an in-person, guided tour of the Fresno Chaffee Zoo’s newly opened Kingdoms of Asia exhibit. This immersive installation features monumental replicas of ancient Khmer architectural marvels and sacred sites, including the Bayon Temple, Ta Prohm Temple, and Kbal Sapean. The original 13th-century Cambodian temples are globally renowned, highly studied by archaeologists and art historians, and have served as iconic filming locations for several Western movies. This specialized tour will delve deeply into the historical significance of these structures, decoding their rich symbolic elements and explaining their roles in ancient Southeast Asian cultures.

Finger Lakes Society George F. Bass Lecture with Dr. Nicholas Bartos
2026-11-03 17:00 - 18:30 (America/New_York) | VA
The George F. Bass Lectures
Topic and venue TBA

November AIA Archaeology Hour with Joe Bagley: An Archaeology of the Battle of Bunker Hill
2026-11-04 20:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | VA
Join the AIA as Joe Bagley (City of Boston) presents the November AIA Archaeology Hour talk of the 2026-2027 season: “An Archaeology of the Battle of Bunker Hill.”
This presentation will be held on Wednesday, November 4, 2026 at 8pm Eastern/7pm Central/6pm Mountain/5pm Pacific.
Register Here!
This lecture will also be available in American Sign Language (ASL). ASL interpretation will be provided by Trail Blazing Interpreters. Due to Zoom limitations on mobile devices and tablets, participants interested in accessing ASL interpretation should log in using the desktop version of Zoom.

Ariadne’s Thread: Weaving 200,000 Years of Naxos’ History
2026-11-05 16:30 - 18:00 (America/Edmonton) | VA
Martha Sharp Joukowsky Lectureship
Venue TBA

Archaeology-Hour Screening: What was the REAL Paleodiet?
2026-11-05 17:00 - 18:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Whitman College Maxey Hall 207, 173 Stanton St., Walla Walla, WA, 99362, United States
Please join us for an in-person screening and informal discussion of the Archaeology Hour talk by Briana Pobiner (Smithsonian).
The modern “paleo” diet movement makes many assumptions about what our ancient humans ate. But are these assumptions accurate, based on what we know about past diets? Presenting a variety of lines of evidence for prehistoric human diets including early human, animal, and plant fossils, ancient stone tools, DNA, and living human and chimpanzee diets, Dr. Pobiner will discuss significant changes in the evolution of human diets – and highlight what makes human meat-eating unique.
This event is free and open to the public.

New Brunswick Society National Lecture with Dr. Matthew Notarian
2026-11-06 12:30 - 21:30 (America/Halifax) | VA
Time, venue, and topic TBA

Boulder Society National Lecture with Dr. Derek Kennet
2026-11-09 12:30 - 21:00 (America/Denver) | VA

Evidence of Mobile Religious Practice from Roman Coins
2026-11-09 12:30 - 21:30 (America/Chicago) | VA
William E. Metcalf Lectures in Numismatics
Time and venue TBA

The Changing Power of the Past at the Late Bronze Age Cemetery of Aidonia, Greece
2026-11-11 12:30 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | VA
Time and venue TBA

Ariadne’s Thread: Weaving 200,000 Years of Naxos’ History
2026-11-12 12:30 - 21:30 (America/New_York) | VA
Martha Sharp Joukowsky Lectureship
Time and venue TBA

"The Changing Power of the Past at the Late Bronze Age Cemetery of Aidonia, Greece”
2026-11-12 18:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Jepson Hall, Room 109, 221 Richmond Way, Richmond, VA, 23173, United States
Lecture by Lynne Kvapil (Professor of Classics, Butler University)

Into the Mani: Death, Burial, and Legend on the Southern Greek Mainland
2026-11-15 14:00 - 15:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Concordia University, Denault Auditorium, 1530 Concordia West, Irvine, CA, 92612, United States
Charles Eliot Norton Memorial Alumni Lecture

Who are the Hippo Goddesses?
2026-11-17 19:30 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Semans Auditorium (Room 117), Belk Visual Arts Center, 315 N. Main St., Davidson, NC, 28036, United States
A lecture by Diana Patch, Curator in Charge of the Department of Egyptian Art at the Metropolitan Museum of Art

Foreign Faces in Etruscan Art
2026-11-18 16:30 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | VA

Fort Vancouver and the Historical Archaeology of the Pacific Northwest
2026-11-19 18:30 - 20:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Northwest Museum of Arts & Culture, 2316 W 1st Ave, Spokane, WA, 99201, United States
Please join us for a lecture by Dr. Doug Wilson.
Abstract:
This talk will illuminate Fort Vancouver’s central role in the colonial history of the Pacific Northwest seen through the lens of historical archaeology. Wilson will illuminate the extraordinary confluence of places, people and conflict that has shaped our region. Artifacts, belongings, and landscapes are contrasted with the documentary record to explore the critical place of Indigenous peoples and Immigrant groups in the region’s history. This talk will touch on early exploration, including colonial forts and explorer’s campsites, including Spokane House, and highlight the ongoing important connections between historic places and modern peoples.
