National Archaeology Week

National Archaeology Week aims to increase public awareness of Australian archaeology and the work of Australian archaeologists both at home and abroad, and to promote the importance of protecting Australia’s unique archaeological heritage.

Enjoy free talks by Australian archaeologists exploring the diversity in archaeology and the interesting use of modern technology. Discover important trade routes on an adventure to Bulgaria, discover ancient shipwrecks as you dive into the black sea, or reveal Newcastle's History.

Sunday 20 May

10:30am
Apollonia Pontica
Alex Byrne
This talk will describe the spectacular finds of an archaeological site on the island of St Kirik in the town of Sozopol, Bulgaria, which was first settled by ancient Greek colonists from Miletus and became an important trade centre between Thrace and ancient Greece. The site was a sacred place for the Greeks and was famous as the location of the colossal statue of Apollo made by the sculptor Calamis. It later became the location of a Christian basilica following the conversion of the town to Christianity in the fourth century CE.

10:45am
Secrets of the Black Sea
Dragomir Garbov
Dive into the Black Sea Abyss and discover a prehistoric landscape littered with ancient shipwrecks. Follow the researchers of the Black Sea Maritime Archaeology Project (Black Sea MAP) and experience the thrill of the biggest maritime archaeology expedition in Human History, as more than 60 preserved sailing ships emerge from the anoxic darkness to tell the marvellous story of mankind’s endeavours at sea.   

11:45am
Archaeology in the Age of Technology
Tessa Boer-Mah
When most people think of archaeology they think of trowels and brushes, while this is true in some cases, there are many more technological tools which can be used for investigating archaeology. This talk will cover some of the interesting applications of virtual reality, 3D recording and other technologies used for state of the art archaeological recording and will include examples from the Newcastle and Hunter region.

Tuesday 22 May

12pm
Archaeology in the Age of Technology
Tessa Boer-Mah
When most people think of archaeology they think of trowels and brushes, while this is true in some cases, there are many more technological tools which can be used for investigating archaeology. This talk will cover some of the interesting applications of virtual reality, 3D recording and other technologies used for state of the art archaeological recording and will include examples from the
Newcastle and Hunter region.

2pm
Inner City Archaeology
Tim Adams
To celebrate National Archaeology Week Umwelts’ Principal Archaeologist Tim Adams will present “Inner City Archaeology” at the Newcastle Museum on Tuesday May 22nd, at 2pm. Don’t miss this opportunity to discover the fascinating history being revealed by the revitalisation of the Newcastle city centre.

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