Carl Parker

Carl Parker is one of the most recognized voices in archaeological journalism in the United States. With over 18 years of experience reporting from excavation sites, museum vaults, and academic conferences across six continents, he brings both scholarly depth and narrative clarity to some of the most complex discoveries of the modern era.A graduate of the University of Chicago with a Master's degree in Near Eastern Archaeology, Carl began his career as a field researcher before transitioning to journalism — a combination that gives his writing a rare ground-level authenticity. He has reported on landmark discoveries from the deserts of the American Southwest to the rainforests of the Amazon, the coastal settlements of ancient Scandinavia, and the buried cities of the Levant."I became a journalist because I realized that the most important excavation isn't in the ground — it's in the public's understanding of what the ground holds. Every discovery deserves a story told well."At NKV, Carl serves as Senior Archaeological Correspondent, leading coverage of the Ancient Americas, pre-Columbian civilizations, and U.S. cultural heritage policy. He is the primary author of NKV's flagship series Layers — an ongoing investigation into the political and ethical dimensions of archaeological excavation in the modern world.

Radiocarbon dating confirms Teutonic Knights built Feldioara Fortress in 13th-century Transylvania

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For centuries, the ruins of Feldioara Fortress in southeastern Transylvania stood at the center of a long historical debate. Many historians believed the site served as the headquarters of the Teutonic Knights during their short rule in the region between 1211 and 1225. Archaeologists found medieval walls, weapons, ceramics, and church remains over the years, … Read more

Ancient DNA reveals 700-kilometer migration along Peru’s coast before the Inca Empire

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People living along Peru’s Pacific coast traveled long distances and formed connections between distant communities at least 800 years ago, according to a new study published in Nature Communications. The research pushes back the timeline for major coastal migration in the Andes to the thirteenth century, long before the Inca Empire spread across the region. … Read more

20 Interesting Books About Archaeology

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“The Archaeology of Knowledge” by Michel Foucault Foucault explores the nature of knowledge and how it is constructed, challenging traditional archaeological approaches. He examines the relationship between power, discourse, and archaeology, providing valuable insights into the interpretation of archaeological data.           “Archaeology: Theories, Methods and Practice” by Colin Renfrew and Paul … Read more

Manual of Egyptian Archaeology (PDF)

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by Gaston Maspero Publisher: Putnam, 1914Language: ‎EnglishNumber of pages: ‎420 pagesISBN/ASIN: 1742447937 The book “Manual of Egyptian Archaeology”, written by Gaston Maspero, was first published in 1887. The book provides a comprehensive overview of ancient Egyptian history, culture, and archaeology, making it a valuable resource for scholars, students, and enthusiasts interested in the subject. Gaston Maspero … Read more

Plains Anthropology Society Native American Student Award

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Amount: $1,000 Deadline: September 30, 2023 Awards Available: Varies The Native American Student Award is a monetary grant, with a maximum amount of $1000, designed to assist eligible Native American students in covering various educational expenses like tuition, books, room and board. One or more grants, each valued up to $1000, may be granted. Along with … Read more

Lambda Alpha National Anthropology Honor Society Graduate Research Grant

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The Graduate Student Research Grants will be given to the top two candidates in each grant category (archaeology, bio-anthropology, cultural/linguistic anthropology) as chosen by the National Executive Council. Applicants for the Academic Year 2023 Lambda Alpha Student Awards must submit their applications by March 1, 2024. The awards include three undergraduate scholarships and six graduate … Read more

Harriet and Leon Pomerance Fellowship

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OverviewThe Harriet and Leon Pomerance Fellowship is designed to assist an individual in undertaking a scholarly project related to Aegean Bronze Age Archaeology. The project should take place between July 1 of the award year and the subsequent June 30. Preference will be given to applicants whose projects involve travel to the Mediterranean. Eligible candidates … Read more