Backyard Archaeology: Finding Things and Telling Stories (Exhibition)
Mar
16
to Sep 1
ACT

Backyard Archaeology: Finding Things and Telling Stories (Exhibition)

  • Canberra Museum and Gallery (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Backyard Archaeology tells the story of thousands of small objects that Steve Brown collected from around an ordinary suburban house and garden. Some of the objects were collected during house renovations, others while gardening, and many from archaeological digs. Backyard Archaeology includes the photographic series, 35mm sieve by artist and archaeologist Ursula K. Frederick.

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Moreton Bay History Seminar
May
9
9:00 AM09:00
Qld

Moreton Bay History Seminar

  • Morayfield Sport and Events Centre, Morayfield Park Leisure Centre (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Discover significant events and exciting narratives at the seventh annual Moreton Bay History Seminar. With engaging guest speakers and stalls from the region's historical groups and societies, the all-day 2024 seminar promises to showcase the culture and heritage of Moreton Bay.

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Characterising Mine Wastes as Archaeological Landscapes
May
20
6:00 PM18:00

Characterising Mine Wastes as Archaeological Landscapes

Industrial-scale metal mining has long been a feature of developing economies, leaving behind large quantities of waste and contaminants, and causing significant environmental changes. Join Professor Susan Lawrence in this online seminar, to learn what these legacies of historical mining can teach us about mining heritage and about managing healthy rivers, environments and communities.

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Discovering Ancient Egypt at the National Museum of Australia
May
23
2:00 PM14:00

Discovering Ancient Egypt at the National Museum of Australia

Visitors to the National Museum of Australia have a unique opportunity this year to explore the history and culture of ancient Egypt through a curated collection of stunning objects from the collection of the Dutch National Museum of Antiquities. Join curator Craig Middleton online for a discussion about the exhibition - after so many centuries, why are we still so fascinated by ancient Egypt?

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Explore Archaeology at Flinders
May
24
10:30 AM10:30
SA

Explore Archaeology at Flinders

Have you ever wondered what humans were doing in the past? Come and learn all about archaeology at the Flinders University Archaeology Day, where you can hear from our staff and students about some of the exciting research we are doing, discover how to become a professional archaeologist and the careers this degree can lead to, and even get your hands dirty with some practical activities!

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Aboriginal Heritage Walk
May
28
11:00 AM11:00
Vic

Aboriginal Heritage Walk

  • Visitor Centre, Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Journey into Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne, a significant cultural site for the local Kulin Nation, with a First Peoples guide. Gain insight into the rich history and thriving culture of the First Peoples of Australia though a journey of identifying significant native plants within the Gardens. Learn about Aboriginal plant uses, customs and ongoing connection to Country.

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Rookwood Cemetery Walking Tour
May
28
10:30 AM10:30
NSW

Rookwood Cemetery Walking Tour

  • Jewish Holocaust Memorial (Martyrs Memorial) (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Rookwood Cemetery, or to use its formal name, the Necropolis (City of the Dead), forms its own suburb occupying almost three-square kilometres, and is recognised amongst the largest burial grounds in the world. Join Archaeologist, Dr Siobhan Lavelle OAM, on a free walking tour to explore this place of outstanding cultural and environmental heritage significance.

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Como Archaeology Festival
May
28
10:00 AM10:00
Vic

Como Archaeology Festival

The Como Archaeology Festival presents a unique opportunity for visitors of all ages to become immersed in the exciting discipline of archaeology. During your session, you will work together with your Dig Team to uncover and analyse artefacts in our simulated archaeological site, learn how to survey and read the landscape.

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Geelong Archaeology Festival
May
28
10:00 AM10:00
Vic

Geelong Archaeology Festival

The Geelong Archaeology Festival presents a unique opportunity for visitors of all ages to become immersed in the exciting discipline of archaeology. During your session, you will work together with your Dig Team to uncover and analyse artefacts in our simulated archaeological site linked to Westbourne Villa, then take a tour of Barwon Grange next door.

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Geelong Archaeology Festival
May
27
10:00 AM10:00
Vic

Geelong Archaeology Festival

The Geelong Archaeology Festival presents a unique opportunity for visitors of all ages to become immersed in the exciting discipline of archaeology. During your session, you will work together with your Dig Team to uncover and analyse artefacts in our simulated archaeological site linked to Westbourne Villa, then take a tour of Barwon Grange next door.

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Como Archaeology Festival
May
27
10:00 AM10:00
Vic

Como Archaeology Festival

The Como Archaeology Festival presents a unique opportunity for visitors of all ages to become immersed in the exciting discipline of archaeology. During your session, you will work together with your Dig Team to uncover and analyse artefacts in our simulated archaeological site, learn how to survey and read the landscape.

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Bungonia Archaeology Open Day
May
27
10:00 AM10:00
NSW

Bungonia Archaeology Open Day

Take a trip to explore the archaeology of the historic town of Bungonia. Visit the History and Archaeology Exhibition at Bungonia Village Hall, and join a guided tour of the historic property MIZPAH. Then follow the History Trail through the village, gateway to the iconic Bungonia National Park.

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Maritime Archaeology Course Part 1
May
27
to May 28
Qld

Maritime Archaeology Course Part 1

Join Toni Massey for a two-day introduction to maritime archaeology! The course will focus on aspects such as pre-disturbance, or in other words, non-intrusive surveys of shipwreck sites, with both theoretical lecture components and simulated underwater exercises. No diving experience is necessary.

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State of the Art: Digital Methods for Rock Art Research in 2023
May
26
1:00 PM13:00

State of the Art: Digital Methods for Rock Art Research in 2023

Digital methods for rock art research and recording are already becoming standard, as archaeologists reach for new ways to study this invaluable heritage. Join Dr Andrea Jalandoni for a seminar on the current state of digital rock art research, and the opportunities it offers to help people to engage with their cultural heritage.

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National Archaeology Week at UQ Anthropology Museum
May
26
12:00 PM12:00
Qld

National Archaeology Week at UQ Anthropology Museum

  • The University of Queensland Anthropology Museum, Michie Building (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Dr Kelsey Lowe and Dr Benjamin Schoville present on their research, on the final day of the UQ Anthropology Museum seminar series. Kelsey’s talk will outline recent community-focused research, considering sites susceptible to sea-level rise in the Torres Strait region, and the implications for future management of these sites. Ben’s project gives insight into the development of strategies for living in dry regions, from investigations at the Pleistocene site Witberg 1, in the semi-arid Northern Cape, South Africa.

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Antiquities of the Future: 3D Printing and its Potential Role in Museum Collections
May
26
12:00 PM12:00
Qld

Antiquities of the Future: 3D Printing and its Potential Role in Museum Collections

Visit the Queensland Museum for a special lunchtime talk. Discover how 3D printing is revolutionizing the museum experience by allowing us to recreate historical and archaeological artefacts in exquisite detail. Compare the real artefacts next to 3D printed replicas and tell us what you think - is this the way forward?

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Inspiration on Tap
May
25
6:30 PM18:30
Qld

Inspiration on Tap

Gather your network together to uncover the past and explore the future at the upcoming Inspiration on Tap event. Held in collaboration with the Museum of Tropical Queensland, you’ll be surrounded by history as you hear from JCU researchers Dr Maddy McAllister and Dr Nigel Chang about their exciting work in the archaeological sphere.

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Warratyi Rock Shelter: Archaeology and Adnyamathanha Perspectives
May
25
6:00 PM18:00
SA

Warratyi Rock Shelter: Archaeology and Adnyamathanha Perspectives

  • Flinders University at Victoria Square, Level 1, Room 1 (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Dr. Giles Hamm and Dr. Cliff Coulthard from Flinders University discuss the scientific and cultural significance of the discovery of Warratyi Rock Shelter. This 50,000-year-old Flinders Ranges occupation site is the earliest in South Australia's Aboriginal history and provides new insights into early human behaviour and Adynamathanha cultural traditions.

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The Archaeology of Tamworth: Hidden in Plain Sight
May
25
5:30 PM17:30
NSW

The Archaeology of Tamworth: Hidden in Plain Sight

Join local Tamworth archaeologists Lyle Douglas and Melinda Gill, and cultural consultant Len Waters to celebrate Australian archaeology and the work of Australian archaeologists. These talks aims to build awareness and understanding of the role of archaeologists, bust the myth that it is an unattainable occupation, particularly for those living regionally, and encourage potential future archaeologists.

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Tributary Encounters
May
25
3:00 PM15:00
Vic

Tributary Encounters

Audiences are invited into encounters with the material, ecological, historical and cultural legacies that shape Narrm/Melbourne’s waterways. Guided by the Tributary Project team along with guests, this walk will provide the audience with a range of ways to connect with waterways.

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Food from the Streets of Your Town: An Archaeology of Food in Brisbane, from the 19th Century to Today
May
25
1:00 PM13:00
Qld

Food from the Streets of Your Town: An Archaeology of Food in Brisbane, from the 19th Century to Today

  • The University of Queensland Anthropology Museum, Michie Building (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Food remains from archaeological sites have given us valuable insights into past societies right across the globe. Join Marc Cheeseman to explore what an archaeological view of Brisbane’s recent food history can tell us. Let’s just say there’s more to the story than Lamingtons.

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Antiquities of the Future: 3D Printing and its Potential Role in Museum Collections
May
25
12:00 PM12:00
Qld

Antiquities of the Future: 3D Printing and its Potential Role in Museum Collections

  • Discovery Centre, Queensland Museum (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Visit the Queensland Museum for a special lunchtime talk. Discover how 3D printing is revolutionizing the museum experience by allowing us to recreate historical and archaeological artefacts in exquisite detail. Compare the real artefacts next to 3D printed replicas and tell us what you think - is this the way forward?

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Conservation First-Aid: The Basics for Managing Artefacts on an Archaeological Site
May
25
12:00 PM12:00

Conservation First-Aid: The Basics for Managing Artefacts on an Archaeological Site

Join Lucy Welsh for an introduction to artefact conservation first-aid in the field. Lucy will discuss different archaeological objects and their rates of degradation, the basics of material identification, and what we can do in the field to arrest degradation prior to conservation treatment. Learn how to look after those artefacts!

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AHOY
May
24
6:30 PM18:30

AHOY

To celebrate National Archaeology Week, the Australasian Institute for Maritime Archaeology is opening their monthly AHOY member meeting to the public. Join in online for two special guest lectures from Maddy McAllister, and Danielle Wilkinson and Liam Phillips.

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Ceremonial Avenue or Livestock Enclosure?
May
24
6:00 PM18:00

Ceremonial Avenue or Livestock Enclosure?

Join emerging archaeologist Tiffany Reynolds-Flannery as she shares her upcoming Masters research! Geophysical survey of Rathcroghan Royal Complex in Ireland has revealed an intriguing feature and sparked conflicting interpretations of its function. Tiffany is examining a wide range of evidence in an attempt to resolve conjecture about the function of the enclosure.

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