**Viking Combs Discovery Reveals Ipswich Medieval Trade Power** Archaeologists have brought a vibrant chapter of early medieval England to light through a stunning collection of Viking-era artifacts unearthed in Ipswich, Suffolk. Among the highlights are hundreds of finely crafted combs that point to deep Scandinavian connections and position the town as a major hub in … Read more
**2,000-Year-Old Roman Shoes Reveal Frontier Life** Hundreds of remarkably preserved Roman leather shoes are now on display at the Bata Shoe Museum, offering an intimate glimpse into daily existence along the northern edge of the Roman Empire. The new exhibition, “Unearthing Vindolanda: Footwear from the Edge of the Roman Empire,” opened on May 7, 2026, … Read more
**Zirid Dynasty Conference at UCL to Spotlight Medieval North Africa** Scholars from around the world will gather at University College London on May 28 and 29, 2026, for a groundbreaking international conference examining the Zirid dynasty’s central role in the medieval Islamic world. Titled “Zīrid Ifrīqiya and the Islamic World in the 10th–12th Centuries,” the … Read more
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
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
OverviewUCL presents the Research Excellence Scholarship (UCL-RES), a distinguished initiative designed to attract exceptional scholars to embark on doctoral research at UCL. With the aim of fostering academic brilliance, this prestigious scholarship is set to offer up to 40 fully funded opportunities to outstanding applicants from across the globe, encompassing both prospective and current UCL … Read more
Established to honor AIA Honorary President Jane Waldbaum, this scholarship aims to assist students embarking on their initial foray into archaeological fieldwork. Particularly, students majoring in archaeology or related disciplines are urged to submit their applications. The scholarship fund serves to cover expenses linked to participation in archaeological fieldwork projects, requiring a minimum stay of … Read more
The pre-Roman Iron Age in Western and Central Europe was marked by the rich Celtic culture, which has left behind monumental burial mounds and a plethora of archaeological artifacts. Despite this, much about the Celts remains shrouded in mystery. Visualization showing the contents of the central grave/main burial of the Hochdorf mound. Credit: Landesmuseum Württemberg, … Read more
The 10th Worldwide Conference of the Society for East Asian Archaeology (SEAA) is set to take place next year in Aberdeen, Scotland. The call for papers, posters, and session proposals will officially open on September 2, 2024, with a submission deadline for abstracts and registration set for November 29, 2024. SEAA10 Conference, August 19-23, 2025 … Read more
The Royal Commission for AlUla is set to host a global archaeology conference on October 30-31, focusing on the future of archaeology and the heritage of nomadic societies. The event, which will alternate annually with the AlUla World Archaeology Summit, promises to bring together researchers and cultural heritage experts from across the globe. Set against … Read more