Travel and learn with anthropological archaeologist Dr. Gabriela Cervantes- Quequezana. She has done extensive field research through survey and excavations in several regions of Peru, including the north, south, coast, and highlands. Through illustrated lectures and informal discussions, she will provide an understanding of the numerous ancient Peruvian societies whose sites we visit, and the […]
Celebrate Women in Archaeology themed event including Lectures by Dr. Pegi Jodry and Dr. Julie Morrow, world class displays of artifacts by avocation archaeologists, flint knapping demonstrations and much more. Non-commercial.
Investigate southwestern Europe’s most extraordinary prehistoric caves, including Lascaux IV, a new, exact reproduction of one of the most remarkable prehistoric sites ever discovered; Altamira II, a precise replica of the original that is often called the “Sistine Chapel of Prehistoric Art”; Atapuerca, the most significant early human site in western Europe; Las Monedas Cave […]
Dr. Turi King will share the Grey Friars project, aimed at finding and validating the remains of Richard III.
Join archaeologist Patrick Hunt on this exciting itinerary from Turin to Nice and discover how the ancient Gauls and Romans interacted with the landscapes and shaped the history and cultures of northern Italy and southern France. Together we will cross the Alps by high-speed train, from Turin to Lyon. Highlights: • Travel with award-winning archaeologist […]
In-person lecture Saturday, September 21 at 3:30 pm EST Penn Museum, Rainey Auditorium In collaboration with the Dept. of Art and Archaeology of the Mediterranean World, UPenn A short reception will follow the lecture Speaker: Dr. Eric Cline Lecture Topic: 1177 BC and After: The Collapse and Survival of Civilizations Abstract: For more than three […]
Every city possesses a unique and valuable identity that is expressed through its physical and visual form. This identity is perceived by its residents and users, shaping their collective memories. The city's identity comprises its physical spaces and the images formed through memory cues, which in turn affect tourism, education, culture, and economic prosperity. Arts […]
We invite you to join Archaeological Institute of America lecturer and host Laetitia La Follette, Professor of Greek and Roman Art and Architecture, aboard the luxury 50-cabin yacht, Emerald Sakara, for a seven-night Mediterranean cruise. This unique educational program highlights archaeological sites that are remnants of the grand civilizations of ancient Greece and Rome. Highlights […]
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) REGISTER HERE: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_VPhQwc0oTyGdFIy6zd6SIw#/registration ABOUT THE SYMPOSIUM: It is well-established that ancient […]
It’s the 20,000th anniversary of humans’ domestication of the dog (give or take 5,000 years). Join us for a celebration of that historic event with a parade. Enjoy the beauty of Rock Creek Park in Washington, DC, learn more about the archaeology and history of dog domestication, and see extremely good pups. The parade route […]
