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Beyond the Gospels: Creating a Visual Identity for the Virgin Mary in Late Antique Egypt

219 S. Cheyney Rd., Glen Mills, PA, United States

Dr. Sabrina Higgins (Simon Fraser University, B.C.) The Virgin Mary is an enigmatic Biblical figure, one who rises from relative unimportance in the canonical gospels to become one of the most prominent figures in Christianity. The theological discourse that culminated with the declaration of Mary as Theotokos (‘God bearer’) at the Council of Ephesus in […]

Celebrating Belizean Archaeology

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 […]

Drink Your Hot Chocolate Like a Maya Ruler! Make Your Own Maya Drinking Cup (in English, until October 31st)

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 […]

Ancient Houston

Tony Marron Park 808 N York St, Houston, TX, United States

Does Houston have ancient history? You bet! Discover what life was like along the bayous of the Gulf Coast area of Texas, long before Houston became a major city. This free hands-on event for children takes place at KBR Kids Day from 10 am - 4 pm at Tony Marron Park, 808 N. York St., […]

Lighting the Way to Archaeology-Year 5

Mission San Luis 2100 West Tennessee Street, Tallahassee, United States

Four student clubs from Florida State University welcome kids with visual disabilities from the Lighthouse of the Big Bend of Florida to Lighting the Way to Archaeology, a day of […]

Celebrating IAD at Ancient Corinth, Greece

Archaeological Museum of Ancient Corinth Ancient Corinth, Greece

On Saturday, October 23rd ASCSA Corinth Excavations will co-host a special event at the archaeological site of Ancient Corinth in celebration of International Archaeology Day. Guests will have a chance experience the art of vase making and vase painting by seeing two experts create their work live. Children will have the opportunity to paint their […]