**146,000-Year-Old Tools Reveal Ice Age Human Genius** Ancient humans faced brutal Ice Age conditions in East Asia with remarkable creativity and skill. A groundbreaking discovery at China’s Lingjing site shows that our ancestors weren’t just surviving—they were innovating with sophisticated stone tools 146,000 years ago. This new research is reshaping what scientists understand about early … Read more
**1,200-Year-Old Death Jar Holds Generations of Skeletons in Laos** Archaeologists have confirmed that one of the giant stone jars on Laos’ mysterious Plain of Jars served as a communal “death jar,” holding the remains of multiple generations for over 270 years. This extraordinary find provides the first direct evidence that these massive vessels played a … Read more
**500-Year-Old Gold Dental Bridge Found in Scotland** Archaeologists have uncovered the earliest known example of advanced oral care in Scotland — a sophisticated gold dental bridge from around 500 years ago. The remarkable find, made in a medieval church in Aberdeen, reveals that a middle-aged man received a custom prosthetic treatment long before dentistry became … Read more
**Ancient Weaving Workshop Discovered in German Gravel Pit** Archaeologists in eastern Germany have uncovered a well-preserved rural settlement from the 3rd to 5th centuries CE during gravel extraction work. The site in Liebersee, Saxony, offers a rare window into everyday life during the final years of the Roman Empire and the dawn of the Migration … Read more
**1,000-Year-Old Coins Reveal Viking-English Connections** In the early 11th century, England faced relentless pressure from Viking raiders. To counter these threats, King Æthelred II commissioned unique silver coins loaded with Christian symbolism. Surprisingly, two of these rare artifacts recently surfaced in Denmark—not as loot discarded, but as treasured personal ornaments worn by the very people … Read more
**King Tut’s Tomb Discovery: 1922’s Greatest Find** The 1922 discovery of King Tutankhamun’s tomb stands as one of archaeology’s most breathtaking moments. Nearly 3,300 years after his death, this modest burial site in Egypt’s Valley of the Kings revealed a stunning collection of treasures that captivated the world and brought ancient Egypt vividly back to … Read more
“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
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
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
Overview The Archaeology of Portugal Fellowship is available to support research and studies for both archaeologists and archaeology graduate students, whether conducted in Portugal or the United States. For non-Portuguese applicants, the fellowship enables research on topics related to the archaeology of Portugal, including the Azores and Madeira Autonomous Regions. Conversely, Portuguese applicants have the … Read more