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Passage to India: Exploring 3D Printing at HNB Garhwal University

Bernard Means

Bernard Means

As you know from previous blogs, Bernard Means, PhD., who heads up the Virtual Curation Laboratory and is an Instructor of Anthropology and Advisor for the Virtual Archaeology Scanning Team (VAST) at Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond, Virginia is working with AntiquityNOW on The Slavery Project. He and Shirley K. Gazsi, president of AntiquityNOW, will be presenting the project at the National Council for the Social Studies Conference in New Orleans, LA in November. The Slavery Project (TSP) is an ongoing, interactive series of modules that incorporates lesson plans along select historical plot lines detailing slavery in a particular society during a specific period.  TSP is designed to provide students an immersive experience where a culture is explored according to the social, cultural, political and economic conditions of the time. Lessons will include the use of Minecraft and 3D printing. Continue reading

Bon Appetit Wednesday! The Incredible Edible Egg (in Pine Nut Sauce à la Ancient Rome)

poached eggsThe Romans had a saying, “ab ovo usque ad malum,” which translates “from eggs to apples” and is closely related to our modern saying, “from soup to nuts.” Basically, it means “from beginning to end.” One thing is certain—the Romans knew their way around an egg.  Today, we’re bringing you an ancient Roman egg recipe that is the perfect beginning to any meal or any day. Eggs in Pine Nut Sauce can be used as an appetizer or served for breakfast if you’re craving something different from the typical eggs and bacon. Continue reading

It’s Back to School! AntiquityNOW Celebrates Teachers Through the Ages

It’s that time again! Teachers around the world have been hard at work preparing curricula, decorating classrooms, and making sure their students have all the tools they need to learn and grow through the coming school year. In honor of these soldiers for education, we want to take a moment to celebrate educators through the millennia, and recognize those who have dedicated their lives to teach and inspire.

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Fact or Fiction? PIE

Fact or Fiction curly and roundPIE is a Scottish rock group that takes ancient sounds and turns them into heavy syncopation in a cross between rock and American ragtime.

Fact or Fiction?

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Bon Appetit Wednesday! Sweet and Easy Corn on the Cob

17653-two-color-corn-pvNutritious, abundant and perfect for use in a multitude of dishes, corn has been a staple in the diets of Native North American and Mesoamerican diets for thousands of years. Today, in honor of a recent archaeological find in South Dakota (US) of 1,000 year old kernels and cobs, we’re bringing you a recipe for delicious corn on the cob that highlights its golden perfection. First, some history. Continue reading

Khaled al-Asaad and the Price of Memory

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The murder by ISIS of Khaled al-Asaad, 82, a renowned Syrian archaeologist and scholar, was a heinous act. His death is a blow to Syria and the world’s cultural heritage.

Tadmor, Syria: the scene of the theater of Palmyra

Tadmor, Syria: the scene of the theater of Palmyra

What possesses a person to cleave so to an ideal that he would give up his own life? As social media spread the details of Asaad’s death, there was sincere horror and disgust at the price of his refusal to disclose where Palmyra’s antiquities had been hidden. Asaad, with more than 50 years as head of antiquities in Palmyra, along with other officials, had spirited away many of the artifacts that undoubtedly would have ended up being sold on the black market, fetching the high prices that fuel ISIS’ activities. Continue reading

Summer Reading Recap: Mesopotamia and the Middle East

ISIS has reportedly bulldozed the ancient city of Nimrud.

ISIS has reportedly bulldozed the ancient city of Nimrud.

It’s time to head back to school and if you’re a teacher that means decorating your classroom and finishing up your lesson plans. We’re here to help you out with free resources on ancient Mesopotamia and the Middle East. From math and science to art and literature, these ancient cultures continue to fascinate and enchant. Continue reading

Bon Appetit Wednesday! Recipes for Winter in the Southern Hemisphere

winter magicIn the southern hemisphere, the cold days of winter are slowly giving way to warmer weather. Soon sweaters and scarves will be replaced by bathing suits and sunglasses, but for now, let’s indulge in a few cozy, warming culinary treats. Gather your friends and family, curl up by a warm fire and enjoy these ancient recipes. Continue reading

Summer Reading Recap: Asia

A kneeling crossbowman from the Terracotta Army assembled for the tomb complex of Qin Shi Huang (r. 221–210 BC)

A kneeling crossbowman from the Terracotta Army assembled for the tomb complex of Qin Shi Huang (r. 221–210 BC)

We’ve reached the end of August and school is nearly back in session. Whether you’re a student, teacher or parent it’s not too late for a refresher on ancient Asian history. We’re bringing you a selection of blog posts and links illustrating the beauty and richness of ancient Asiatic cultures as well as their continuing influence today.

And don’t miss our free curriculum, “Yesterday’s Child: The Tale of Yong and Bao, Learning About the Life and Legacy of China’s First Emperor,” which includes a free children’s book, lesson plan, resources, activities and more! Continue reading

Summer Reading Recap: Greece

Parthenon-2008_entzerrtFor those of you returning to school this September, today we’re bringing you up to speed on ancient Greece. Make sure you’re the first one to raise your hand this year when the teacher says, “Where is the birthplace of Western philosophy?” Continue reading