Many of the peoples and civilizations studied in this course, like those in Chapter 15, existed thousands of years ago. Therefore, we can only study them today through archaeological records. Archaeology helps us discover the ancient past while bringing better understanding to humanity’s shared history. So, let’s use this discussion forum to explore how the fields of archaeology and art history interconnect!
To start, browse the website for the Archaeological Institute of America (AIA). Then, research and share a topic that fascinates you, such as the AIA’s mission, programs, membership opportunities, archaeological discoveries, publications, etc. Be sure to provide us with an active link (or links) to the AIA content you reference so that we can view the web page for ourselves. I cannot wait to see what you discover on their website. Happy hunting this week!
Write 300-400 words describing something interesting from the AIA website. Our well-edited paragraphs must be scholarly, thorough, and specific. What topic did you research? Where did you find this information on the AIA website? Why is it important or relevant to our studies in this art appreciation course? Etc.