Although in development since the 1970s, 3D printing has suddenly emerged as one of the latest and greatest technologies. From digital scans and designs, plastics are layered to create great components of flexible and durable plastics. This technique is diverse from the more conventional method of machinery cutting away at a larger raw material to …
The Wolstenholme Towne in Virginia reveals its bloody history through fragments of home wares, the ashy remains of its settlement and human bones. The skeleton of a man, presumably a British soldier, displays fatal fractures to the back of the head. From this injury, along with among others, it is likely that the individual was surprised by the …
pure genius, enough said.
The curious public often hears little about the destructive nature of archaeology. As trowels busily displace great tracks of earth, juxtaposed terrain and possible historical evidence goes with it. It is safe to say that every excavation experiences some form of historical loss, but the overall goal is designed to produce a net gain of information. It is …
Start booking your trip to Scotland now, the Glasgow International Festival of Visual Art is hosting the most magnificent display of historical recreation ever to come to fruition (see below): Oh, can’t you just imagine the ancients bouncing around in long flowing robes. I sure can and it’s glorious. Inflatable Stonehenge will be puffed until May 7th, where it will then be transported …
In yet another example of researchers “discovering” previously overlooked yet extraordinary objects in museum collections, the Egyptian Museum of Cairo claims to have identified the sculptural figures of Cleopatra and Mark Antony’s twin heirs. The backing of the stone sculpture suggests that it likely hung from a ceiling, celestial iconographical themes further support this placement. Cleopatra and Antony’s Children Rediscovered Although much is know …
Much attention is often given to the use of modern medical in the study of human mummies. This brief article with rich accompanying images provides a look at the potential work that can be done with animal remains. In this case, our knowledge of affluent Ancient Egyptian funeral rituals is truly developed in seeing the … Continue reading
Cave Fossil Find: New Human Species or “Nothing Extraordinary”?. Continue reading
In periods of civil unrest, heritage becomes highly vulnerable. Egypt is just a current example of opportunists seeking to capitalize on the security deficiencies of overwhelmed governing agencies. At least this story ends on a more positive note of artifact recovery. Sixty-eight artifacts seized in Minya. Continue reading
General Electric introduces some of its latest technology to the field of archaeology. Move Over Indiana Jones – GE Cameras Do Non-Invasive Tomb Exploration | GE Reports. Continue reading
Spike TV recently announced the addition of American Digger to its reality based line of programming. The theme of this blog may suggest that this show is about archaeology; however, don’t be fooled. Archaeology and its associated fields of history and preservation are not illustrated in American Digger, nor does Spike TV make any effort … Continue reading
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