Sites and artifacts are revealing clues to the continent’s recent history. An archaeologist explains the findings and threats to this heritage An anthropologist highlights the revolutionary role of ...

An open field in Scotland was set to be dotted with the homes of a fresh new subdivision. But right as the project was ...

ARCHAEOLOGY (See Cover) Even as his spaceships reach toward the future and the stars, modern man is more concerned than ever with his past on his own planet. From China to Peru, diggers are ...

Explore the world of archaeology through Smithsonian Magazine's dedicated section, featuring captivating news and discoveries.

There is general agreement that the history of African archaeology can be seen through several chronological periods: early formative years, the growth of the 1950s and 1960s with the advent of ...

How Archaeology Affirmed the Historic Stature of a Biblical King Gordon Govier Once, the House of David seemed like a folk tale. Now, the rocks testify to its historic significance.

Sarah Parcak's new book, 'Archaeology From Space,' explores how space technology has revolutionized the science of archaeology.

The city’s Historical Commission is searching for volunteers to help uncover artifacts at different sites across town through ...

A minor in archaeology gives you valuable skills in history, art, geology, and many other disciplines. It complements and deepens almost any other field of study—from engineering to music.