International Archeocamp of Gela 2025 (Sicily, Italy)

Location: Gela, Sicily

Season: May 4, 2025 to July 6, 2025

Deadline Type: Rolling

Program Type:
Volunteer

RPA Certified:
No

Project Director:
Organized by Cooperativa di Comunità Padre Giovanni Minozzi, Mediterranean International Center of Studies (M.I.C.O.S), Grupo Archeologico Geloi

Project Description:

Activity for the understanding of archaeological heritage.
This activity consists of th cleaning, adjustment, and conservation of the archaeological site of the ancient Hellenistic city of Gela (4th century BC) through various archaeological cleaning works. The project focuses on the space surrounded by the remarkable Timoleonian Wall, one of the most outstanding examples of Hellenistic defensive architecture in raw adobe. This exceptional structure has been preserved thanks to a massive sand dune that, for over 2,000 years, has made its conservation possible.

The period for these works will be from May 4th to June 6th:
– Session I: May 4th – May 25th
– Session II: May 25th – June 15th
– Session III: June 15th – July 6th

Enrollment Fee: 1500€
Includes accommodation (B&B), meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner), accident insurance, travels + visits to the main archaeological sites on the island during the weekends.

*Arrivals and departures of each session on Sunday*

Those interested in participating should send a cover letter to the following email:

archeocampsicily@gmail.com

Period(s) of Occupation: Hellenistic period (4th century BCE)

Project Size: 25-49 participants

Minimum Age: 18

Experience Required: No prior experience required.

Room and Board Arrangements:
Full room and board included