Over the next several years, we will be examining a number of different archaeological sites. What makes Montpelier a wonderful property for surveys and excavations is its relative undisturbed condition. […]
Cochineal, a tiny insect found on certain species of Oaxacan cacti, was harvested for millennia by Indigenous peoples to dye fabrics a vibrant red color. But following the European invasion of the Americas in the sixteenth century, it became a widely coveted, globally traded commodity that transformed textiles and art, and made Mexico a center […]
The Parthenon and Centennial Park Conservancy are proud to present The Odyssey: A Retelling, by Lisa Bachman Jones in the East Gallery of the Parthenon from June 23 through January 8. Jones is a Nashville-based artist interested in entropy and interconnectivity. Working across disciplines, she investigates the everyday through a lens of care. In preparation […]
Oman’s Bronze Age, Iron Age, pre-Islamic, and Islamic sites are spectacular. This custom-designed itinerary with seasoned study leader Trevor Marchand delves into the historical monuments and cultural history of Oman, […]
9:30AM-Blessing and acknowledging the first People of the land followed by stories and songs by Chumash elders Ted and Dennis Garcia. 11:00AM-The Long and Winding Road: History and Archaeology of Roosevelt Highway and the Malibu Road Wars by Ann Stansell (California State Parks). 12:00PM-Paramount Ranch Through the Ages: An Archaeologists' Perspective by Nicole Kulaga and […]
9:30AM-Blessing and acknowledging the first People of the land followed by stories and songs by Chumash elders Ted and Dennis Garcia. 11:00AM-The Long and Winding Road: History and Archaeology of Roosevelt Highway and the Malibu Road Wars by Ann Stansell (California State Parks). 12:00PM-Paramount Ranch Through the Ages: An Archaeologists' Perspective by Nicole Kulaga and […]
Joukowsky Lecture
Saturday, October 8th, 11am $ = $4 park admission fee, visitors 3 and under and 62 and older admitted free. Family friendly Visitors to Poverty Point World Heritage Site are […]
Saturday, October 8, 1-2:30pm $ = Free Adult Program, Open to all ages Dr. Charles "Chip" McGimsey, Louisiana's State Archaeologist, presents a talk at the Iberville Parish Library-Plaquemine Branch on […]
Join us for an exciting trip back in time to explore early humankind and the ‘cradle of wine’ in the southern Caucasus. Learn about ancient winemaking techniques and sample the […]
