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SUMMARY:AIA-Nashville Society Book Club: The Feather Thief by Kirk Wallace Johnson
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to the Parthenon/AIA-Nashville Society Book Club! In partnership with the Archaeological Institute of America-Nashville Society\, the Parthenon hosts free book club gatherings quarterly. Join us for a friendly discussion on The Feather Thief\, by Kirk Wallace Johnson. Read about one of the most bizarre museum heists of the century. The informal discussion will be held inside the Parthenon\, in the Treasury on Level 2. \nThis free book club is open to all— all are welcome! \nRSVP: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/parthenon-book-club-the-feather-thief-tickets-1261474346729?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
URL:https://www.archaeological.org/event/aia-nashville-society-book-club-the-feather-thief-by-kirk-wallace-johnson/
LOCATION:The Parthenon\, 2500 West End Ave\, Nashville\, TN\, 37203\, United States
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SUMMARY:Virtual Symposium: Disability in the Ancient Greek World
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a free virtual talk on disability in the ancient Greek world by archaeologist Dr. Debby Sneed! Registration required\, sign up here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_O8raQJkFQsWst1fkyuhxVg#/registration \nDr. Sneed will preview a soon-to-be published article with new research on a female statue of a dwarf\, found on the Acropolis. She will introduce us to the study of disability in ancient Greece through a detailed case-study\, showing how a careful examination of material culture can reveal disability in the ancient world\, while challenging common misconceptions about attitudes towards disability in the ancient world. \nDr. Debby Sneed is assistant professor of classics at California State University\, Long Beach\, and an archaeologist whose research focuses on disability in ancient Greece. She is also field director of the Agora Excavations in Athens\, conducted by the American School of Classical Studies in Athens\, which is the preeminent research center for US scholars and students studying Greek culture from antiquity to the present. She earned a Ph.D. in archaeology from UCLA\, and an MA in classics from the University of Colorado at Boulder.
URL:https://www.archaeological.org/event/virtual-symposium-disability-in-the-ancient-greek-world/
LOCATION:Virtual Event\, hosted by Nashville Parthenon & AIA-Nashville Society\, TN\, United States
CATEGORIES:International Archaeology Day,Lecture
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SUMMARY:International Archaeology Day at the Parthenon
DESCRIPTION:On October 18\, 2025\, the Archaeological Institute of America-Nashville Society and the Nashville Parthenon are teaming up to join hundreds of archaeological organizations around the world to celebrate International Archaeology Day and the Tennessee STEAM Festival. Museum visitors at this archaeology fair event will view two special exhibits\, Goddess In Progress in the East Gallery and The Role of Replica in the West Gallery\, explore Level 2’s replica interior of the ancient Parthenon\, participate in activity stations\, and earn an “Official Archaeologist of the Nashville Parthenon” sticker! Stop by activity stations from 9 AM – 12 PM. \nWhat is international archaeology Day at the Parthenon?\nInternational Archaeology Day is a morning full of family-friendly STEAM (Science\, Technology\, Engineering\, Arts\, and Mathematics) activities that highlight archaeological work and artifacts to share the legacy of Greek culture to raise awareness of the ancient world. \nRSVP in advance below for free museum admission for this event: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/parthenon-international-archaeology-day-tickets-1505905647329?aff=oddtdtcreator\nYou can also mention visiting for International Archaeology Day the day of for discounted admission. \nActivities include:\n–Ask an Archaeologist\, 9 AM – 12 PM: Meet Dr. Debby Sneed\, an archaeologist who and will answer questions about all things archaeology and ancient Greece. About Dr. Sneed: Dr. Debby Sneed is assistant professor of classics at California State University\, Long Beach\, and an archaeologist whose research focuses on disability in ancient Greece. She is also field director of the Agora Excavations in Athens\, conducted by the American School of Classical Studies in Athens\, which is the preeminent research center for US scholars and students studying Greek culture from antiquity to the present. She earned a Ph.D. in archaeology from UCLA\, and a MA in classics from the University of Colorado at Boulder. Bonus: Register for a free virtual Symposium with Dr. Sneed\, Sunday\, October 20\, at 10 AM Central! \n–Gold Leafing Demonstration\, 9 AM – 12 PM: Meet Micki & Mitch Cavanah of Reed’s Gold Leaf\, the experts who helped gild Athena! They will be demonstrating the gold leafing process LIVE inside the Parthenon in honor of The Society of Gilders’ worldwide gilding symposium. The Society of Gilders is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the education of the gilding arts. \n–The Role of a Replica Talk\, 10:30 AM: Join a Parthenon staff member for a special tour at 10:30 AM about the making of the exhibition in the West Gallery\, The Role of a Replica. \n–Polychromy at the Parthenon\, 9 AM – 12 PM: Work with archaeologists from AIA-Nashville Society to create colorful masterpieces just like ancient statues and buildings. \n–Conservation Station\, 9 AM – 12 PM: Work to piece together ceramic fragments just like conservators study how broken fragments join to form a complete artifact. Many of the ceramics come from the Centennial Art Center\, which used to be the Centennial Park Pool but now hosts art classes and workshops. \n–Experimental Archaeology\, 9 AM – 12 PM: Build miniature ancient structures with blocks and assorted materials just as archaeologists learn about the past by testing out ideas through experimentation of architectural steps and processes. \n–Research Station\, 9 AM – 12 PM: Designated the Quiet Area\, this inclusive space offers books and resources on archaeology\, ancient Greece\, and mythology. \n–Exterior Architecture Audio Tour\, available 24/7: Free audio tour in English\, Spanish\, or Arabic! \nIAD Helpful Information:\nNever been to International Archaeology Day at the Parthenon before? This list of tips will help you prepare for a fun visit!\n–We recommend arriving early to ensure enough time to explore and visit each activity station.\n–AIA-Nashville Society members receive free museum admission.\n–Metro Nashville Parks & Recreation employees receive free museum admission.\n–RSVP in advance for free museum admission: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/parthenon-international-archaeology-day-tickets-1505905647329?aff=oddtdtcreator\n–If you miss the advance RSVP\, mention visiting for International Archaeology Day on site at the museum Ticket Counter for discounted admission. \nAbout International Archaeology Day\nInternational Archaeology Day is a celebration of archaeology and the thrill of discovery. The Archaeological Institute of America and collaborating archaeological organizations across the United States\, Canada\, and abroad present archaeological programs and activities for people of all ages and interests. Whether it is a family-friendly archaeology fair\, a guided tour of a local archaeological site\, a simulated dig\, a lecture or classroom visit from an archaeologist\, interactive\, hands-on International Archaeology Day programs provide the chance to indulge your inner Indiana Jones and be an archaeologist for the day. For more information about International Archaeology Day\, visit http://www.archaeologyday.org. \nAbout Tennessee STEAM Festival\nFounded by the Discovery Center\, the Tennessee STEAM Festival is a 10-day statewide celebration designed to build interest and excitement in STEAM (Science\, Technology\, Engineering\, Art\, and Mathematics). For more information about the Tennessee STEAM Festival\, visit www.tnsteam.org.
URL:https://www.archaeological.org/event/international-archaeology-day-at-the-parthenon-4/
LOCATION:Nashville Parthenon\, 2500 West End Ave\, Nashville\, TN\, 37203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Archaeology Fair,Exhibition,International Archaeology Day,Other Event
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SUMMARY:Parthenon Symposium: Archaeological Discoveries in Nashville
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an in-person symposium on September 9 at 6 PM. This symposium is free and open to the public\, and will take place in the Naos on Level 2. RSVP required for FREE museum admission for the event: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/parthenon-symposium-archaeological-discoveries-in-nashville-tickets-1447545891729?aff=oddtdtcreator \nJoin Metro Nashville Historical Commission archaeologist Dr. Adam Fracchia for a free overview of recent archaeological discoveries in Nashville\, from indigenous sites to 19th century finds. We celebrate Tennessee’s rich archaeological record and “Tennessee Archaeology Awareness Month” with an introduction to Nashville’s archaeology. Dr. Fracchia will provide an overview of recent archaeological research in the city of Nashville\, highlighting some finds from indigenous sites through the late 19th century. He will help us understand recent archaeological research\, new approaches and technologies\, and what the study of objects and artifacts reveals about Nashville’s history. \nAbout the speaker: Adam Fracchia is an archaeologist and historic preservationist with the Metro Historical Commission. In this role since 2022\, he has collaborated with public and private organizations across Nashville to support archaeological research\, preservation of material culture\, and develop related public and educational programming. He previously led a community archaeology program in Baltimore and he has taught at MTSU and the University of Delaware. He holds a Ph.D. in anthropology from the University of Maryland\, and an M.A. in historical archaeology from Illinois State University. \nAdditional Symposium sponsors: Centennial Park Conservancy \nNext symposium:\nOctober 19 – 10 AM Central – Virtual Symposium: Disability in the Ancient Greek World with Dr. Debby Sneed
URL:https://www.archaeological.org/event/parthenon-symposium-archaeological-discoveries-in-nashville/
LOCATION:Nashville Parthenon\, 2500 West End Ave\, Nashville\, TN\, 37203\, United States
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SUMMARY:AIA-Nashville Society Book Club: Lifestyles of Gods and Monsters by Emily Roberson
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to the Parthenon/AIA-Nashville Society Book Club! In partnership with the Archaeological Institute of America-Nashville Society\, the Parthenon hosts free book club gatherings quarterly. Join us for a friendly discussion on Lifestyles of Gods and Monsters\, by Emily Roberson. The informal discussion will be held inside the Parthenon\, in the Treasury on Level 2. \nThis free book club is open to all— all are welcome! \nRSVP: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/parthenon-book-club-lifestyles-of-gods-and-monsters-tickets-1261456503359?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
URL:https://www.archaeological.org/event/aia-nashville-society-book-club-lifestyles-of-gods-and-monsters-by-emily-roberson/
LOCATION:The Parthenon\, 2500 West End Ave\, Nashville\, TN\, 37203\, United States
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SUMMARY:Artist Talk:  Alan LeQuire
DESCRIPTION:Join the Parthenon and AIA-Nashville Society for a free in-person talk on Tuesday\, June 24\, at 6 PM at the Parthenon. Free registration required. \nRSVP: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/nashville-parthenon-artist-talk-alan-lequire-tickets-1335515766609?aff=oddtdtcreator \nAlan LeQuire will discuss the new sculptures created for the exhibition Monumental Figures. These 24 sculptures—displayed throughout the Parthenon\, inside and out—celebrate the inspirational people among us in everyday life. The figures include activists\, musicians\, athletes\, doctors and friends—elevated to the status of heroes by the large scale of the works. \nLeQuire completed the Athena Parthenos statue inside the Parthenon 35 years ago\, in 1990\, as a project in experimental archaeology. In the 1980s\, at the start of his career\, he undertook a process of research\, modeling\, planning and construction that lasted 8 years\, with further gilding and painting in 2002. Since then\, Alan has created many commemorative works and portraits. He has continued to develop his artistry\, using traditional sculptural techniques of modeling\, enlargement\, and casting\, viewing sculpting as a physical discipline. He has now mentored and trained many other younger artists. \nHear directly from Alan some reflections on his inspirations and process\, and look with him across 35 years at his career as an artist. \nABOUT THE SPEAKER:\nAlan LeQuire is a Nashville sculptor best known for his monumental figures. LeQuire began sculpting at age 11 and studied with Nashville sculptor Puryear Mims\, even before receiving his BFA from Vanderbilt University. He spent one year in Italy apprenticing with the American sculptor Milton Hebald\, and completed an MFA at University of North Carolina\, Greensboro\, continuing to study figurative sculpture with Peter Agostini. LeQuire cites the self-taught Nashville sculptor William Edmondson as among his early inspirations. \nSoon after completing his MFA in 1981\, Alan won the commission to reconstruct the Athena Parthenos statue inside Nashville’s full-scale replica of the Parthenon. He was charged with re-creating a celebrated ancient sculpture known only from partial descriptions and later\, small-scale versions. This project was completed in 1990\, after 8 years of intensive research\, consultation with leading archeologists\, modeling\, and casting–a lasting achievement in experimental archaeology. LeQuire has undertaken many additional commissions\, including individual portraits and larger work in public spaces. Among many other works\, he is known for the colossal Musica composition on Nashville’s music row\, the bronze doors of Nashville’s Main Library downtown\, and the monument to the suffragettes in Centennial Park. \nWANT TO LEARN MORE? CHECK OUT THESE RESOURCES:\nBecome a member of Centennial Park Conservancy to support Parthenon educational programming.\nJoin the Archaeological Institute of America\, the world’s largest and oldest archaeological organization today\, and be connected with thousands of other members who share your passion for archaeology! \nSYMPOSIUM SPONSORS:\nArchaeological Institute of America- Nashville Society\nCentennial Park Conservancy\nMetro Nashville Parks and Recreation \nNEXT SYMPOSIUM:\nStay tuned for updates about Fall Symposia in 2025!
URL:https://www.archaeological.org/event/artist-talk-alan-lequire/
LOCATION:The Parthenon\, 2500 West End Ave\, Nashville\, TN\, 37203\, United States
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SUMMARY:Alan LeQuire — Monumental Figures
DESCRIPTION:New museum exhibition at the Nashville Parthenon\, June 13-September 21\, 2025 \nThirty-five years ago\, Alan LeQuire became Nashville’s most prominent sculptor with the unveiling of Athena Parthenos. Now\, he is returning to the Parthenon with a new body of work that celebrates contemporary people. Working on a monumental scale usually reserved for mythological figures and royalty\, LeQuire aims to elevate regular people that have inspired him. Several Nashville natives are featured prominently in his selection of activists\, musicians\, and athletes\, highlighting the everyday heroes among us. \nMuseum hours\, check NashvilleParthenon.com for updated hours.\nMonday-Thursday 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM\nFriday-Saturday 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM\nSunday 12:30 – 4:30 PM
URL:https://www.archaeological.org/event/alan-lequire-monumental-figures/
LOCATION:The Parthenon\, 2500 West End Ave\, Nashville\, TN\, 37203\, United States
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SUMMARY:Goddess in Progress
DESCRIPTION:New museum exhibition at the Nashville Parthenon\, June 13\, 2025-April 19\, 2026 \nGet the story behind the creation and construction of Nashville’s Athena Parthenos with this historic exhibit. Alan LeQuire won the commission in 1982 by proposing a historically-accurate replica of the ancient statue. The young artist began an odyssey of research which included a visit to the ancient Parthenon in Greece\, and consultation with leading scholars. During the eight years of construction\, LeQuire triumphed over engineering complications\, political challenges\, and a fire that demolished his studio. Travel with LeQuire on his journey to creating and scaling a figure that became the largest indoor sculpture in the Western world. \nMuseum hours\, check NashvilleParthenon.com for updated hours.\nMonday-Thursday 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM\nFriday-Saturday 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM\nSunday 12:30 – 4:30 PM
URL:https://www.archaeological.org/event/goddess-in-progress/
LOCATION:The Parthenon\, 2500 West End Ave\, Nashville\, TN\, 37203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibition
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SUMMARY:Athena's 35th Birthday: 35 Years of Athena Parthenos at the Nashville Parthenon!
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Alan LeQuire’s Athena Parthenos statue turning 35! \nJoin Parthenon staff and expert archaeologists as we celebrate the 35th anniversary of the unveiling of Alan LeQuire’s reconstruction of the ancient Greek Athena Parthenos statue\, which took place in Nashville on May 20th\, 1990\, upon completion of an eight-year project. LeQuire won a competition to undertake this unprecedented archaeological experiment\, which involved research\, modeling and consultation with archaeologists. He combined traditional sculptural techniques with considerable ingenuity and resourcefulness\, working on a monumental scale. Programming is open to visitors of all ages. Celebrations include: \n12 PM Museum Talk: Athena — Learn all about Athena in a brief 10-15 minute talk about the statue. \n1 – 4 PM Sketching the Marbles: Athena Edition— Drop by to try your hand at drawing the Athena statue— beginners welcome! Materials provided by Jerry’s Artarama. Space is limited: first come\, first served. \n1 – 4 PM Ask an Expert — Join Parthenon experts at our investigation station—we’ll your answer your questions about the Athena statue! \n2 PM Museum Talk: Athena — Learn all about Athena in a brief 10-15 minute talk about the statue. \n3 PM Museum Tour — Explore history and art alongside a museum expert and hear about Athena during a 30-minute guided tour. \n4 PM Museum Talk: Athena — Learn all about Athena in a brief 10-15 minute talk about the statue. \nOpen to the public. RSVP in advance on Eventbrite and show email confirmation at the ticket counter for free admission. Without RSVP\, included with museum admission. \nFree for Centennial Park Conservancy members. \nCAN’T GET ENOUGH OF ATHENA?\nVisit the Parthenon June 13 to be the first to explore two new exhibitions: Goddess in Progress and Monumental Figures! \nSPONSORS:\nCentennial Park Conservancy\nMetro Nashville Parks & Recreation
URL:https://www.archaeological.org/event/athenas-35th-birthday-35-years-of-athena-parthenos-at-the-nashville-parthenon/
LOCATION:The Parthenon\, 2500 West End Ave\, Nashville\, TN\, 37203\, United States
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SUMMARY:AIA-Nashville Society Book Club
DESCRIPTION:Join the Parthenon and AIA-Nashville Society for a free Book Club meeting on Monday\, May 5\, at 6 PM. This event is free and open to the public\, with RSVP required. All are welcome. \nRSVP Here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/parthenon-book-club-the-last-painting-of-sara-de-vos-tickets-1118053420879?aff=oddtdtcreator\nMention “Book Club” at the Ticket Counter\, receive free admission\, and proceed to the Treasury on Level 2 for the friendly\, informal discussion. \nTHIS QUARTER’S BOOK SELECTION: We will be discussing The Last Painting of Sara de Vos by Dominic Smith. Reserve your seat with a free RSVP.\nLooking to purchase the book? Head over to Parnassus Books and mention the Archaeological Institute of America-Nashville Society book club at the Parthenon for a 10% discount. \nABOUT THE BOOK: The Last Painting of Sara de Vos by Dominic Smith\nDescription from Nashville Public Library: \n“Written in prose so clear that we absorb its images as if by mind meld\, “The Last Painting” is gorgeous storytelling: wry\, playful\, and utterly alive\, with an almost tactile awareness of the emotional contours of the human heart. Vividly detailed\, acutely sensitive to stratifications of gender and class\, it’s fiction that keeps you up at night — first because you’re barreling through the book\, then because you’ve slowed your pace to a crawl\, savoring the suspense.” — Boston Globe \nAmsterdam\, 1631: Sara de Vos becomes the first woman to be admitted as a master painter to the city’s Guild of St. Luke. Though women do not paint landscapes (they are generally restricted to indoor subjects)\, a wintry outdoor scene haunts Sara: She cannot shake the image of a young girl from a nearby village\, standing alone beside a silver birch at dusk\, staring out at a group of skaters on the frozen river below. Defying the expectations of her time\, she decides to paint it. \nNew York City\, 1957: The only known surviving work of Sara de Vos\, At the Edge of a Wood \, hangs in the bedroom of a wealthy Manhattan lawyer\, Marty de Groot\, a descendant of the original owner. It is a beautiful but comfortless landscape. The lawyer’s marriage is prominent but comfortless\, too. When a struggling art history grad student\, Ellie Shipley\, agrees to forge the painting for a dubious art dealer\, she finds herself entangled with its owner in ways no one could predict. \nSydney\, 2000: Now a celebrated art historian and curator\, Ellie Shipley is mounting an exhibition in her field of specialization: female painters of the Dutch Golden Age. When it becomes apparent that both the original At the Edge of a Wood and her forgery are en route to her museum\, the life she has carefully constructed threatens to unravel entirely and irrevocably. \n2024 BOOK CLUB DATES:\nMonday\, August 4\, 2025 — Lifestyles of Gods and Monsters by Emily Roberson\nMonday\, November 3\, 2025 — The Feather Thief by Kirk W. Johnson \nBOOK CLUB SPONSOR: AIA-Nashville Society\nThe Archaeological Institute of America (AIA) promotes archaeological inquiry and public understanding of the material record of the human past to foster an appreciation of diverse cultures and our shared humanity. The AIA supports archaeologists\, their research and its dissemination\, and the ethical practice of archaeology. The AIA educates people of all ages about the significance of archaeological discovery and advocates for the preservation of the world’s archaeological heritage. Learn more. \nADDITIONAL BOOK CLUB SPONSORS:\nCentennial Park Conservancy\nMetro Nashville Parks and Recreation
URL:https://www.archaeological.org/event/aia-nashville-society-book-club-3/
LOCATION:The Parthenon\, 2500 West End Ave\, Nashville\, TN\, 37203\, United States
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SUMMARY:Classical Washington: Greece and Rome in the Art and Architecture of DC
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a free virtual talk on Wednesday\, May 1\, at 6 PM Central. Registration required. \nRegister here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_qGNBDPkWRKWJUSOevFDg_A#/registration\nJoin art historian Elise Friedland for a free virtual talk on her investigation of the meaning and reception of Classical art and architecture in our nation’s capital. \nWashington\, D.C.\, is a city like no other in the United States. A Greek Doric temple (the Lincoln Memorial) sits at one end of the city’s central forum (The Mall)\, housing a colossal cult statue (Abraham Lincoln). A Roman triumphal arch monumentalizes the front of the main train depot (Union Station). Roman equestrian statues stand amidst circular plazas\, celebrating victorious American generals (Andrew Jackson in Lafayette Plaza). This talk explores the role of Greek and Roman art and architecture in the planning\, building and decorating of America’s capital city. \nThis discussion provides broader historical perspective for Neoclassical architecture in Nashville\, especially the choice of Neoclassical models and styles used for the Centennial Exposition of 1897. \nThis lecture is the Archaeological Institute for America John H. and Penelope Biggs Lecture for 2025\, a grant awarded to the AIA Nashville Society.
URL:https://www.archaeological.org/event/classical-washington-greece-and-rome-in-the-art-and-architecture-of-dc/
LOCATION:The Parthenon\, 2500 West End Ave\, Nashville\, TN\, 37203\, United States
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SUMMARY:AIA-Nashville Society Book Club: Pericles and Aspasia
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a free AIA-Nashville Society Book Club meeting at the Nashville Parthenon on Monday\, November 4\, 2024\, at 6 PM. This event is free and open to the public\, with RSVP required. All are welcome. Mention “Book Club” at the Ticket Counter\, receive free admission\, and proceed to the Treasury on Level 2 for the friendly\, informal discussion. \nTHIS QUARTER’S BOOK SELECTION:\nWe will be discussing Pericles and Aspasia by Yvonne Korshak. Reserve your seat with a free RSVP. Looking to purchase the book? Head over to Parnassus Books and mention the Archaeological Institute of America-Nashville Society book club at the Parthenon for a 10% discount. \nABOUT THE BOOK: Pericles and Aspasia by Yvonne Korshak\nDescription from Nashville Public Library: \nTwo lovers crest the wave of the golden age of Athens: Pericles\, statesman and general\, and Aspasia\, his courtesan\, a philosopher’s daughter\, and a brilliant woman in her own right. In a world of hierarchies\, he is at the top when she arrives as little more than flotsam cast up on Athenian shores. Their love transcends social sanctions\, enduring and deepening despite the grave threat it presents to Pericles’ reputation as a leader of the Athenian democracy. \nThe novel unfolds against the background of the arts and history of the Golden Age\, seen through the eyes of two individuals who lent their particular brilliance to make it “golden”: Pericles\, the great orator and visionary of democracy\, and its most influential woman\, Aspasia. Their story takes them from the Agora-Athens’ marketplace to the Acropolis\, from the raunchy Athenian Port Piraeus mercantile across the Aegean Sea to East Greece. Pericles and Aspasia—together and apart—navigate treacherous paths from venal calculations to impassioned philosophical inquiry\, from high-stakes sea battles to the passions of family life. \nPericles and Aspasia engages issues that are vital today—the paradoxes of democracy\, the tensions of hierarchy\, the ironies of gender\, and others—but this novel is immersed in classical Athens: the city\, its sunshine\, its physical presence\, its people\, and their struggles and aspirations. \nBOOK CLUB SPONSOR: AIA-Nashville Society\nThe Archaeological Institute of America (AIA) promotes archaeological inquiry and public understanding of the material record of the human past to foster an appreciation of diverse cultures and our shared humanity. The AIA supports archaeologists\, their research and its dissemination\, and the ethical practice of archaeology. The AIA educates people of all ages about the significance of archaeological discovery and advocates for the preservation of the world’s archaeological heritage. Learn more. \nADDITIONAL BOOK CLUB SPONSORS:\nCentennial Park Conservancy\nMetro Nashville Parks and Recreation \nPREVIOUS AIA-NASHVILLE SOCIETY BOOK CLUB SELECTIONS:\nThe Art of the Con: the Most Notorious Fakes\, Frauds\, and Forgeries in the Art World discussed August 5\, 2024\nPandora’s Jar by Natalie Haynes discussed May 6\, 2024\nDigging for Richard III by Mike Pitts discussed February 5\, 2024\nThe Penelopiad by Margaret Atwood discussed November 13\, 2023\nGods Behaving Badly by Marie Phillips discussed August 21\, 2023\nSilence of the Girls by Pat Barker discussed May 8\, 2023\nCirce by Madeline Miller discussed February 22\, 2023
URL:https://www.archaeological.org/event/aia-nashville-society-book-club-pericles-and-aspasia/
LOCATION:Nashville Parthenon\, 2500 West End Ave\, Nashville\, TN\, 37203\, United States
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SUMMARY:Virtual Symposium: Archaeology & Science
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a free virtual talk on Sunday\, October 20\, at 10 AM Central. This Virtual Symposium is free and open to the public. \nRegister here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_GwcLqYTgTc-3mWwwipI9yg#/registration \nABOUT THE SYMPOSIUM:\nIn honor of International Archaeology Day\, hear about the intersection of science\, archaeology\, and anthropolog
URL:https://www.archaeological.org/event/virtual-symposium-archaeology-science/
LOCATION:Zoom\, 4985 SW 74th Court\, Miami\, FL\, 33155\, United States
CATEGORIES:International Archaeology Day,Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241019T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241019T120000
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SUMMARY:International Archaeology Day at the Parthenon
DESCRIPTION:On October 19\, 2024\, the Archaeological Institute of America-Nashville Society and the Nashville Parthenon are teaming up to join hundreds of archaeological organizations around the world to celebrate International Archaeology Day and the Tennessee STEAM Festival. Stop by activity stations from 9 AM – 12 PM! \nWhat is international archaeology Day at the Parthenon?\nInternational Archaeology Day is a morning full of family-friendly STEAM (Science\, Technology\, Engineering\, Arts\, and Mathematics) activities that highlight archaeological work and artifacts to share the legacy of Greek culture to raise awareness of the ancient world. Parthenon visitors at this archaeology fair event will view two special exhibits\, Contemporary Kumiko in the East Gallery and The Role of Replica in the West Gallery\, explore Level 2’s replica interior of the ancient Parthenon\, participate in activity stations\, and earn an “Official Archaeologist of the Nashville Parthenon” sticker! \nActivities include:\n-Ask an Archaeologist\, 9 AM – 12 PM: Meet Dr. Kaitlyn Stiles\, an archaeologist\, human osteologist\, and forensic anthropologist who and will answer questions about all things archaeology and archaeological science.\n–About Dr. Kaitlyn Stiles: Dr. Stiles is a Senior Archaeologist\, Osteologist\, and Project Manager for the Environmental Planning and Permitting section of Kleinfelder\, Inc\, based in California. She has done research and analysis in Greece\, Poland\, Egypt\, and the United States. She has consulted with the Greek Archaeological Service\, the Channel Islands National Park\, and the Nevada State Museum to identify and assess human skeletal remains. As a forensic anthropologist\, she has worked for the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency\, contracted by SNA International. She became a Diplomate of the American Board of Forensic Anthropology (D-ABFA) in February 2022. She has active research projects in both bioarchaeology and forensic anthropology on skeletal remains from a modern 20th century cemetery in central Greece. She has also taught classes in Forensic Anthropology and Human Osteology at the University of Nevada\, Reno.\n-Gold Leafing Demonstration\, 9 AM – 12 PM: Meet Micki & Mitch Cavanagh of Reed’s Gold Leaf\, the experts who helped guild Athena! They will be demonstrating the gold leafing process LIVE inside the Parthenon in honor of The Society of Gilders’ worldwide gilding symposium. The Society of Gilders is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the education of the gilding arts.\n-The Role of a Replica Talk\, 10:30 AM: Join a Parthenon staff member for a special tour at 10:30 AM about the making of the exhibition in the West Gallery\, The Role of a Replica.\n-Polychromy at the Parthenon\, 9 AM – 12 PM: Work with archaeologists from AIA-Nashville Society to create colorful masterpieces just like ancient statues and buildings.\n-Conservation Station\, 9 AM – 12 PM: Work to piece together ceramic fragments just like conservators study how broken fragments join to form a complete artifact. Many of the ceramics come from the Centennial Art Center\, which used to be the Centennial Park Pool but now hosts art classes and workshops.\n-Experimental Archaeology\, 9 AM – 12 PM: Build miniature ancient structures with blocks and assorted materials just as archaeologists learn about the past by testing out ideas through experimentation of architectural steps and processes.\n-Research Station\, 9 AM – 12 PM: Designated the Quiet Area\, this inclusive space offers books and resources on archaeology\, ancient Greece\, and mythology.\n-Exterior Architecture Audio Tour\, available 24/7: Free audio tour in English\, Spanish\, or Arabic!\n-Register for a free virtual Symposium with Dr. Stiles\, Sunday\, October 20\, at 10 AM Central! \nInternational Archaeology Day Info:\nNever been to International Archaeology Day at the Parthenon before? This list of tips will help you prepare for a fun visit!\n-We recommend arriving early to ensure enough time to explore and visit each activity station.\n-AIA-Nashville Society members receive free museum admission.\n-Metro Nashville Parks & Recreation employees receive free museum admission.\n-Discounted admission for mentioning visiting for International Archaeology Day.
URL:https://www.archaeological.org/event/international-archaeology-day-at-the-parthenon/
LOCATION:Nashville Parthenon\, 2500 West End Ave\, Nashville\, TN\, 37203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Archaeology Fair,International Archaeology Day
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SUMMARY:Virtual Symposium: A Bloom of Perpetual Newness: The Colors of Ancient Greek and Roman Sculpture
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a virtual symposium on October 1 at 6 PM Central (RSVP required). Giovanni Verri\, Conservation Scientist at the Art Institute of Chicago\, will present his recent investigations and newest research into color on ancient statues. (This symposium will not be recorded) \nREGISTER HERE: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_VPhQwc0oTyGdFIy6zd6SIw#/registration \nABOUT THE SYMPOSIUM:\nIt is well-established that ancient sculpture was painted\, and that adding color was a finishing touch of artistic creation\, with an immediate impact on ancient viewers. However\, many questions remain about the extent of applied color. We do not fully understand the original appearance of most ancient sculptures. Dr. Verri will share insights into how ancient painters created their masterpieces\, revealed by his research using visible-induced luminescence imaging. Dr. Verri’s research makes visible pigments that are otherwise invisible to the naked eye\, yielding important new discoveries. \nABOUT THE SPEAKER:\nGiovanni Verri is a conservation scientist at the Art Institute of Chicago\, and a leading researcher investigating the pigments applied to ancient sculptures. He holds a Ph.D in physics from the University of Ferrara\, Italy\, and an MA in conservation from the Courtauld Institute on Art in London. In 2007\, he developed an imaging technique called visible-induced luminescence imaging. Using this new technique\, he has mapped the presence of Egyptian blue\, a very common blue pigment in antiquity.
URL:https://www.archaeological.org/event/virtual-symposium-a-bloom-of-perpetual-newness-the-colors-of-ancient-greek-and-roman-sculpture/
CATEGORIES:International Archaeology Day,Lecture
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SUMMARY:Symposium: Layers of Meanings in Benjamin West’s Neoclassical Venus and Cupid
DESCRIPTION:Join AIA-Nashville Society for an in-person symposium on August 19 at 6 PM at the Nashville Parthenon. This symposium is free and open to the public\, and will take place in the Naos on Level 2. RSVP required. \nVivien Green Fryd\, Professor Emerita in the History of Art and Architecture Department at Vanderbilt University\, Ph.D\, will share about American painter Benjamin West (1738-1820)\, including West’s Venus and Cupid (1765)\, part of the Parthenon permanent collection. \nABOUT THE SYMPOSIUM:\nBenjamin West’s Venus and Cupid (1765) in the Parthenon’s Cowan Collection marks the first commission this Philadelphia Quaker received upon arriving in Italy to study art. This work\, the first history painting West created in the academic tradition\, which rated history painting as the most important subject\, represents the mythological Venus\, the goddess of love\, with her son\, Cupid. It also evokes to topos of the Madonna lactans\, or the nursing Madonna\, which had been a prevalent subject throughout the Italian Renaissance\, which he studied while in Italy. West showed emotion and love between parent and child that had not existed until the 1760s\, and hence this work joins that of others created by Euro-Americans in the U.S. colonies and abroad who similarly represented changing attitudes towards child-rearing\, family relations\, and the definition of childhood. West was at the forefront of establishing neoclassical subjects and styles as the premier manner of painting during the turn of the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries.
URL:https://www.archaeological.org/event/symposium-layers-of-meanings-in-benjamin-wests-neoclassical-venus-and-cupid/
LOCATION:Nashville Parthenon\, 2500 West End Ave\, Nashville\, TN\, 37203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lecture
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SUMMARY:Sketching the Marbles
DESCRIPTION:Sketching the Marbles\nFor centuries\, artists have drawn the Parthenon’s pediment sculptures. Join us for special art sessions to create your own classical masterpiece. Sketching the Marbles is held on the final Friday afternoon of each month (except Metro Nashville holidays). \n–Recommended for ages 12 and older.\n–This program takes place in the Treasury.\n–All supplies are included— but you are welcome to bring your own.\n–Participation is free for Centennial Park Conservancy members\, or included with museum admission.\n–The most updated times and dates are listed on the Calendar. \nLove to draw\, but not able to make it to museum soon? Try your hand at creating Parthenon art— from home! Browse our Parthenon Create video playlist on our YouTube channel. \nTHANK YOU TO JERRY’S ARTARAMA FOR PROVIDING ART SUPPLIES!
URL:https://www.archaeological.org/event/sketching-the-marbles/2024-01-26/
LOCATION:The Parthenon\, 2500 West End Ave\, Nashville\, TN\, 37203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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SUMMARY:Sketching the Marbles
DESCRIPTION:Sketching the Marbles\nFor centuries\, artists have drawn the Parthenon’s pediment sculptures. Join us for special art sessions to create your own classical masterpiece. Sketching the Marbles is held on the final Friday afternoon of each month (except Metro Nashville holidays). \n–Recommended for ages 12 and older.\n–This program takes place in the Treasury.\n–All supplies are included— but you are welcome to bring your own.\n–Participation is free for Centennial Park Conservancy members\, or included with museum admission.\n–The most updated times and dates are listed on the Calendar. \nLove to draw\, but not able to make it to museum soon? Try your hand at creating Parthenon art— from home! Browse our Parthenon Create video playlist on our YouTube channel. \nTHANK YOU TO JERRY’S ARTARAMA FOR PROVIDING ART SUPPLIES!
URL:https://www.archaeological.org/event/sketching-the-marbles/2023-12-29/
LOCATION:The Parthenon\, 2500 West End Ave\, Nashville\, TN\, 37203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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SUMMARY:Sketching the Marbles
DESCRIPTION:Sketching the Marbles\nFor centuries\, artists have drawn the Parthenon’s pediment sculptures. Join us for special art sessions to create your own classical masterpiece. Sketching the Marbles is held on the final Friday afternoon of each month (except Metro Nashville holidays). \n–Recommended for ages 12 and older.\n–This program takes place in the Treasury.\n–All supplies are included— but you are welcome to bring your own.\n–Participation is free for Centennial Park Conservancy members\, or included with museum admission.\n–The most updated times and dates are listed on the Calendar. \nLove to draw\, but not able to make it to museum soon? Try your hand at creating Parthenon art— from home! Browse our Parthenon Create video playlist on our YouTube channel. \nTHANK YOU TO JERRY’S ARTARAMA FOR PROVIDING ART SUPPLIES!
URL:https://www.archaeological.org/event/sketching-the-marbles/2023-11-24/
LOCATION:The Parthenon\, 2500 West End Ave\, Nashville\, TN\, 37203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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SUMMARY:AIA-Nashville Society Book Club
DESCRIPTION:AIA-Nashville Society Book Club\nJoin us for the fourth meeting of our free book club on Monday\, November 13\, at 6 PM. This event is free and open to the public\, with RSVP. Mention “Book Club” at the Ticket Counter\, receive free admission\, and proceed to the Treasury on Level 2 for the friendly\, informal discussion. \nRSVP required: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/805084aa8af2ea5f58-aianashville# \nTHIS QUARTER’S BOOK SELECTION:\nWe will be discussing The Penelopiad by Margaret Atwood. Reserve your spot with a free RSVP: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/805084aa8af2ea5f58-aianashville# \nLooking to purchase the book? It is now available in the Museum Store! Or\, head over to Parnassus Books and mention the Archaeological Institute of America-Nashville Society book club at the Parthenon for a 10% discount. \nABOUT THE BOOK: The Penelopiad by Margaret Atwood \nDescription from Nashville Public Library:\nMargaret Atwood returns with a shrewd\, funny\, and insightful retelling of the myth of Odysseus from the point of view of Penelope. Describing her own remarkable vision\, the author writes in the foreword\, “I’ve chosen to give the telling of the story to Penelope and to the twelve hanged maids. The maids form a chanting and singing Chorus\, which focuses on two questions that must pose themselves after any close reading of the Odyssey : What led to the hanging of the maids\, and what was Penelope really up to? The story as told in the Odyssey doesn’t hold water: there are too many inconsistencies. I’ve always been haunted by the hanged maids and\, in The Penelopiad \, so is Penelope herself.” One of the high points of literary fiction in 2005\, this critically acclaimed story found a vast audience and is finally available in paperback. \n2024 BOOK CLUB DATES:\nRSVP: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/805084aa8af2ea5f58-aianashville#\nMonday\, February 5\, 2024\nMonday\, May 6\, 2024\nMonday\, August 5\, 2024\nMonday\, November 4\, 2024\nStay tuned for details! \nBOOK CLUB SPONSOR: AIA-Nashville Society\nThe Archaeological Institute of America (AIA) promotes archaeological inquiry and public understanding of the material record of the human past to foster an appreciation of diverse cultures and our shared humanity. The AIA supports archaeologists\, their research and its dissemination\, and the ethical practice of archaeology. The AIA educates people of all ages about the significance of archaeological discovery and advocates for the preservation of the world’s archaeological heritage. Learn more. \nADDITIONAL BOOK CLUB SPONSORS: Centennial Park Conservancy\, Metro Nashville Parks and Recreation \nPREVIOUS AIA-NASHVILLE SOCIETY BOOK CLUB SELECTIONS:\nCirce by Madeline Miller discussed February 22\, 2023\nSilence of the Girls by Pat Barker discussed May 8\, 2023\nGods Behaving Badly by Marie Phillips discussed August 21\, 2023
URL:https://www.archaeological.org/event/aia-nashville-society-book-club-2/
LOCATION:The Parthenon\, 2500 West End Ave\, Nashville\, TN\, 37203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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SUMMARY:Sketching the Marbles
DESCRIPTION:Sketching the Marbles\nFor centuries\, artists have drawn the Parthenon’s pediment sculptures. Join us for special art sessions to create your own classical masterpiece. Sketching the Marbles is held on the final Friday afternoon of each month (except Metro Nashville holidays). \n–Recommended for ages 12 and older.\n–This program takes place in the Treasury.\n–All supplies are included— but you are welcome to bring your own.\n–Participation is free for Centennial Park Conservancy members\, or included with museum admission.\n–The most updated times and dates are listed on the Calendar. \nLove to draw\, but not able to make it to museum soon? Try your hand at creating Parthenon art— from home! Browse our Parthenon Create video playlist on our YouTube channel. \nTHANK YOU TO JERRY’S ARTARAMA FOR PROVIDING ART SUPPLIES!
URL:https://www.archaeological.org/event/sketching-the-marbles/2023-10-27/
LOCATION:The Parthenon\, 2500 West End Ave\, Nashville\, TN\, 37203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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SUMMARY:IAD at the Parthenon
DESCRIPTION:INTERNATIONAL ARCHAEOLOGY DAY AT THE PARTHENON \nOn October 21\, 2023\, the Archaeological Institute of America-Nashville Society and the Nashville Parthenon are teaming up to join hundreds of archaeological organizations around the world to celebrate International Archaeology Day and the Tennessee STEAM Festival. \nStop by activity stations from 9 AM – 12 PM! \nWHAT IS INTERNATIONAL ARCHAEOLOGY DAY AT THE PARTHENON?\nInternational Archaeology Day is a morning full of family-friendly STEAM (Science\, Technology\, Engineering\, Arts\, and Mathematics) activities that highlight archaeological work and artifacts to share the legacy of Greek culture to raise awareness of the ancient world. \nMuseum visitors at this archaeology fair event will view The Odyssey: A Retelling in the East Gallery\, explore the replica interior of the ancient Parthenon\, participate in activity stations\, and earn an “Official Archaeologist of the Nashville Parthenon” sticker! \nACTIVITIES INCLUDE:\n–Ask an Archaeologist\, 9 AM – 12 PM: Meet Dr. Ioulia Tzonou\, a Greek archaeologist visiting from Corinth Excavations in Ancient Corinth\, Greece! Dr. Tzonou studies ancient Greece and will answer questions about all things archaeology.\n-About Dr. Ioulia Tzonou: Dr. Tzonou is the Associate Director of Corinth Excavations at the American School of Classical Studies at Athens. She curates the substantial collection of artifacts at the Museum of Ancient Corinth\, including 190\,000 physical objects and half a million digital records. A native of Siatista in Western Macedonia\, Dr. Tzonou graduated from the University of Athens and earned an MA and Ph.D. from the University of Cincinnati. She has excavated sites ranging from Neolithic to Modern periods in France\, Athens\, the Argolid\, Macedonia\, and Corinth. \n–Gold Gilding Demonstration\, 9 AM – 12 PM: Meet Micki & Mitch of Reed’s Gold Leaf\, the experts who helped guild Athena! They will be demonstrating the gold gilding process LIVE inside the Parthenon in honor of The Society of Gilders’ worldwide gilding symposium. The Society of Gilders is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the education of the gilding arts. \n–The Role of a Replica Talk\, 10:30 AM: Join a Parthenon staff member for a special tour at 10:30 AM about the making of the exhibition in the West Gallery\, The Role of a Replica. \n–Polychromy at the Parthenon\, 9 AM – 12 PM: Work with archaeologists from AIA-Nashville Society to create colorful masterpieces just like ancient statues and buildings. \n–Conservation Station\, 9 AM – 12 PM: Work to piece together ceramic fragments just like conservators study how broken fragments join to form a complete artifact. Many of the ceramics come from the Centennial Art Center\, which used to be the Centennial Park Pool but now hosts art classes and workshops. \n–Experimental Archaeology\, 9 AM – 12 PM: Build miniature ancient structures with blocks and assorted materials just as archaeologists learn about the past by testing out ideas through experimentation of architectural steps and processes. \n–Research Station\, 9 AM – 12 PM: Designated the Quiet Area\, this inclusive space offers books and resources on archaeology\, ancient Greece\, and mythology. \n–Exterior Architecture Audio Tour\, available 24/7: Free audio tour in English\, Spanish\, or Arabic!
URL:https://www.archaeological.org/event/iad-at-the-parthenon/
LOCATION:The Parthenon\, 2500 West End Ave\, Nashville\, TN\, 37203\, United States
CATEGORIES:International Archaeology Day
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SUMMARY:Sketching the Marbles
DESCRIPTION:Sketching the Marbles\nFor centuries\, artists have drawn the Parthenon’s pediment sculptures. Join us for special art sessions to create your own classical masterpiece. Sketching the Marbles is held on the final Friday afternoon of each month (except Metro Nashville holidays). \n–Recommended for ages 12 and older.\n–This program takes place in the Treasury.\n–All supplies are included— but you are welcome to bring your own.\n–Participation is free for Centennial Park Conservancy members\, or included with museum admission.\n–The most updated times and dates are listed on the Calendar. \nLove to draw\, but not able to make it to museum soon? Try your hand at creating Parthenon art— from home! Browse our Parthenon Create video playlist on our YouTube channel. \nTHANK YOU TO JERRY’S ARTARAMA FOR PROVIDING ART SUPPLIES!
URL:https://www.archaeological.org/event/sketching-the-marbles/2023-09-29/
LOCATION:The Parthenon\, 2500 West End Ave\, Nashville\, TN\, 37203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230912T190000
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SUMMARY:STEAM Night Museum Tour at the Parthenon
DESCRIPTION:Dig deeper on this special STEAM Night Museum Tour with an archaeology focus! Join one of our museum archaeologists who has lived and worked in Greece at 6 PM for an up-close look at Nashville history\, American art\, and Greek mythology. \nThis modified Museum Tour will help you see the 1897 Centennial Exposition\, highlights of the permanent collection of paintings in the Cowan Gallery\, and temporary exhibitions currently on display with an archaeologist’s eye. The tour continues upstairs to Level 2\, the interior re-creation of the Parthenon as it looked in the 5th century BCE where you will view the colossal statue of Athena\, hear epic stories of Greek mythology\, and see the incredible plaster casts of the world-famous Parthenon marbles. \nAs a STEAM Night Museum Tour\, this tour is free for MNPS families visiting the Parthenon for STEAM Night. This tour is also free for Centennial Park Conservancy members or free with the price of admission for non-members. \nDetails for August STEAM Night Museum Tour: https://www.nashvilleparthenon.com/events/museumtour080823\nDetails for September STEAM Night Museum Tour: https://www.nashvilleparthenon.com/events/museumtour091223\nSTEAM Night details: https://www.nashvilleparthenon.com/programs#steamnight
URL:https://www.archaeological.org/event/steam-night-museum-tour-at-the-parthenon/2023-09-12/
LOCATION:The Parthenon\, 2500 West End Ave\, Nashville\, TN\, 37203\, United States
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SUMMARY:Sketching the Marbles
DESCRIPTION:Sketching the Marbles\nFor centuries\, artists have drawn the Parthenon’s pediment sculptures. Join us for special art sessions to create your own classical masterpiece. Sketching the Marbles is held on the final Friday afternoon of each month (except Metro Nashville holidays). \n–Recommended for ages 12 and older.\n–This program takes place in the Treasury.\n–All supplies are included— but you are welcome to bring your own.\n–Participation is free for Centennial Park Conservancy members\, or included with museum admission.\n–The most updated times and dates are listed on the Calendar. \nLove to draw\, but not able to make it to museum soon? Try your hand at creating Parthenon art— from home! Browse our Parthenon Create video playlist on our YouTube channel. \nTHANK YOU TO JERRY’S ARTARAMA FOR PROVIDING ART SUPPLIES!
URL:https://www.archaeological.org/event/sketching-the-marbles/2023-08-25/
LOCATION:The Parthenon\, 2500 West End Ave\, Nashville\, TN\, 37203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230821T180000
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SUMMARY:AIA-Nashville Society Book Club
DESCRIPTION:AIA-Nashville Society Book Club\nJoin us for the third meeting of our free book club on Monday\, August 21\, at 6 PM. This event is free and open to the public\, with RSVP. Mention “Book Club” at the Ticket Counter\, receive free admission\, and proceed to the Treasury on Level 2 for the friendly\, informal discussion.\nRSVP required: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/805084aa8af2ea5f58-aianashville#\nDetails: https://www.nashvilleparthenon.com/events/bookclubaug23 \nTHIS QUARTER’S BOOK SELECTION:\nWe will be discussing Gods Behaving Badly by Marie Phillips. Reserve your spot with a free RSVP: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/805084aa8af2ea5f58-aianashville# \nLooking to purchase the book? It is now available in the Museum Store! Or\, head over to Parnassus Books and mention the Archaeological Institute of America-Nashville Society book club at the Parthenon for a 10% discount. \nABOUT THE BOOK: Gods Behaving Badly by Marie Phillips \nDescription from Nashville Public Library:\nThe twelve gods of Olympus are alive and well in the twenty-first century\, but they are crammed together in a London townhouse–and none too happy about it. Even more disturbingly\, their powers are waning…. [and] a minor squabble between Aphrodite and Apollo escalates into an epic battle of wills. Two perplexed humans\, Alice and Neil\, who are caught in the crossfire\, must fear not only for their own lives\, but for the survival of humankind. Nothing less than a true act of heroism is needed-but can these two decidedly ordinary people replicate the feats of the mythical heroes and save the world? \n2023 BOOK CLUB DATES:\nMonday\, November 13- The Penelopiad by Margaret Atwood\nRSVP: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/805084aa8af2ea5f58-aianashville# \nBOOK CLUB SPONSOR: AIA-Nashville Society\nThe Archaeological Institute of America (AIA) promotes archaeological inquiry and public understanding of the material record of the human past to foster an appreciation of diverse cultures and our shared humanity. The AIA supports archaeologists\, their research and its dissemination\, and the ethical practice of archaeology. The AIA educates people of all ages about the significance of archaeological discovery and advocates for the preservation of the world’s archaeological heritage. Learn more. \nADDITIONAL BOOK CLUB SPONSORS: Centennial Park Conservancy\, Metro Nashville Parks and Recreation \nPREVIOUS AIA-NASHVILLE SOCIETY BOOK CLUB SELECTIONS:\nCirce by Madeline Miller discussed February 22\, 2023\nSilence of the Girls by Pat Barker discussed May 8\, 2023
URL:https://www.archaeological.org/event/aia-nashville-society-book-club/
LOCATION:The Parthenon\, 2500 West End Ave\, Nashville\, TN\, 37203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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SUMMARY:STEAM Night Museum Tour at the Parthenon
DESCRIPTION:Dig deeper on this special STEAM Night Museum Tour with an archaeology focus! Join one of our museum archaeologists who has lived and worked in Greece at 6 PM for an up-close look at Nashville history\, American art\, and Greek mythology. \nThis modified Museum Tour will help you see the 1897 Centennial Exposition\, highlights of the permanent collection of paintings in the Cowan Gallery\, and temporary exhibitions currently on display with an archaeologist’s eye. The tour continues upstairs to Level 2\, the interior re-creation of the Parthenon as it looked in the 5th century BCE where you will view the colossal statue of Athena\, hear epic stories of Greek mythology\, and see the incredible plaster casts of the world-famous Parthenon marbles. \nAs a STEAM Night Museum Tour\, this tour is free for MNPS families visiting the Parthenon for STEAM Night. This tour is also free for Centennial Park Conservancy members or free with the price of admission for non-members. \nDetails for August STEAM Night Museum Tour: https://www.nashvilleparthenon.com/events/museumtour080823\nDetails for September STEAM Night Museum Tour: https://www.nashvilleparthenon.com/events/museumtour091223\nSTEAM Night details: https://www.nashvilleparthenon.com/programs#steamnight
URL:https://www.archaeological.org/event/steam-night-museum-tour-at-the-parthenon/2023-08-08/
LOCATION:The Parthenon\, 2500 West End Ave\, Nashville\, TN\, 37203\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230719T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230719T120000
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SUMMARY:Parthenon Virtual Symposium: Kotsanas Museum of Ancient Greek Technology Replicas
DESCRIPTION:Join the Nashville Parthenon for a free virtual talk on July 19 at 11 AM Central. This Virtual Symposium is free and open to the public. Register on Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_dzYvt4DXQgCZraTHv7leag#/registration \nABOUT THE SYMPOSIUM: \nPanagiotis Kotsanas\, of the Kotsanas Museum of Ancient Greek Technology\, will share about replicas of ancient Greek technologies and how his museum in Greece uses replicas to help visitors learn about ancient technologies\, innovations\, and more. This talk is inspired by the new Parthenon exhibition The Role of a Replica\, opening July 14\, 2023. \nABOUT THE SPEAKER: \nPanagiotis Kotsanas studied in the Department of Chemical Engineering at the National Technical University of Athens (Greece). He has given several speeches regarding ancient Greek technology at international conferences in Greece and abroad\, such as the University of Salzburg-Salzburger Fruhlings Symposiumand the National Science Museum of Korea-ISSM. He is conducting his research in ancient Greek technology\, a relatively unknown aspect of the ancient Greek civilization\, and is the head of traveling exhibitions at the Kotsanas Museum of Ancient Greek Technology\, which has locations in Athens\, Ancient Olympia\, Katakolo\, and Crete. \nSYMPOSIUM SPONSORS:\nHumanities Tennessee\, Centennial Park Conservancy\, Metro Parks\, AIA-Nashville Society
URL:https://www.archaeological.org/event/parthenon-virtual-symposium-kotsanas-museum-of-ancient-greek-technology-replicas/
CATEGORIES:Exhibition
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