Nominations are open for the 2027 Byzantine Studies Book Prize! This prize, cosponsored by Dumbarton Oaks, honors an outstanding monograph in the field of Byzantine Studies. Nominations are due Oct. 15: https://www.themedievalacademyblog.org/maa-news-call-for-2027-publication-prize-nominations/

MAA News – Call for 2027 Publication Prize Nominations

Submissions for the 2027 MAA Publication Prizes are now being accepted. Submissions and dossiers must be submitted by Oct. 15 using our Publication Prize portal. Through its Publication Prize progr…

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It is with sorrow that the Byzantine Studies community at Dumbarton Oaks has learned of the passing of Margaret Alexiou on Friday, September 18.

THE BLICKLING HOMILIES are now available for preorder! This volume presents a collection of sermons, many unique to the Blickling manuscript, predating Ælfric and attesting to earlier English religious traditions. Preorder now: https://www.hup.harvard.edu/books/9780674306219

Join the Byzantine Studies Team on Thursday, September 24, for a conversation about Research Fellowships in Byzantine Studies. www.doaks.org/events/byzan...

Byzantine Studies Virtual Open House

Join the Byzantine Studies Team for a conversation about Research Fellowships in Byzantine Studies.

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We’re excited to announce our newest publication, COLLOQUIES ON PEACE AND CHRISTIAN TRANQUILITY!

Tuesday, Sept. 22: Join Pre-Columbian Studies staff for a conversation about Research Fellowships in Pre-Columbian Studies. During the session, staff will discuss the application process and life at Dumbarton Oaks, including resources for study; networking opportunities; scholarly events; and more.

Pre-Columbian Studies Virtual Open House

Join Dumbarton Oaks staff for a conversation about Research Fellowships in Pre-Columbian Studies.

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We’re excited to announce our newest Ex Horto volume, LIKOODZI SHKALNEEK ÁYÁ! This work features stories by Shaadaaxʼ Robert Zuboff (1893–1974), a master storyteller of the Tlingit language.

It wouldn't be a conference without a little networking! Byzantine Studies staff members enjoyed meeting students and early career researchers at a reception held at Central European University that fostered "networking, collaboration, and insights into academic publishing."

Through August 29, Byzantine Studies staff are in Vienna for the 25th International Congress of Byzantine Studies, "the world’s largest academic event dedicated to the latest research and findings on the Byzantine Empire, its history, and culture." #ICBS2026

If you've ever felt like all of your worries have melted away after visiting our Gardens, there's some science behind those feelings! More on body and brain benefits of immersive nature experiences from the @harvard.edu Gazette:

The best medicine may be free — Harvard Gazette

Susan Abookire, a Harvard Medical School forest therapy guide, explains what a daily dose of nature does for the body.

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The 2027 CFP for @kzooicms.bsky.social is live! Submit your proposal to one of our five sessions by Sept. 15! Check them out: icms.confex.com/icms/2027/pr...

Dumbarton Oaks and the Department of Historical Studies at Central European University invite you to attend a reception during the 2026 International Congress of Byzantine Studies in Vienna.

We’re excited to announce our newest publication, THE CULTURAL FOUNDATIONS OF EARLY SOUTH AMERICAN SOCIETIES! This volume examines the remarkable transformation of the Central Andes and the tropical Amazon beginning around 7000 BCE. Get your copy: https://www.hup.harvard.edu/books/9780884025344

Come see our exhibits table at the International Medieval Congress in Leeds and get 40% off all DOML titles with the code IMC26 at checkout! International Medieval Congress Leeds #IMC26 Get your copies: https://www.hup.harvard.edu/series/dumbarton-oaks-medieval-library

Do you have any good "plants" for the summer? Because we do!

Fathers' Day is just around the corner! If you haven't secured a gift yet, don't worry – make your way to the Museum Shop any time from 1:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. on Saturday, June 20 or Sunday, June 21 and grab a gift your dad is sure to love.

"One should not underestimate Mrs. Bliss for her desire for tranquility, as she was a discerning philanthropist and patron of the humanities."

Up next from our collaboration with Smarthistory: the Center for Public Art History is "Medieval business cards: Byzantine seals, an introduction," by Postdoctoral Fellow in Byzantine Coins Aristotelis Nayfa.

We are looking for a Postdoctoral Fellow in Byzantine Coins to work with the Museum team on projects relating to the cataloguing, publication, and exhibition of our coin collection.

As the academic year comes to a close, why not revisit some of the wonderful events put on at DO in the past few months?

Dumbarton Oaks is thrilled to announce the appointment of Elizabeth "Beth" Hyde, PhD, as Program Director of Garden and Landscape Studies. Meet Beth and learn more about her new appointment at https://www.doaks.org/newsletter/press-releases/beth-hyde-named-program-director/.

Our Publications team are not only great editors, but also phenomenal writers!

Announcing an incredible new partnership between Dumbarton Oaks and @smarthistory_official! This exciting project will promote Byzantine research and scholarship to new audiences in an accessible manner.

Anthony Kaldellis just posted his latest Byzantium & Friends podcast episode, where he interviews Charles Kuper, the translator of The Menologion of Basil II, on that manuscript. He also discusses Kuper’s translation for DOML.

Come see Managing Editor Nicole Eddy at #ICMS2026 and hear about our recent publications! Receive 30% off all DOML publications with the code KDO30 at https://www.hup.harvard.edu/series/dumbarton-oaks-medieval-library

POV from the beautiful @dumbartonoaks.bsky.social :: thrilled to experience it for the first time for Migration and Place Histories: What Does Migration Mean for Places? 📚

New podcast feature alert! Nicole Eddy, Managing Editor of the Dumbarton Oaks Medieval Library, has recently been a guest in the podcast Byzantium & Friends, hosted by Anthony Kaldellis.

Attention archaeologists! At the #SAA2026 meeting in San Francisco? Swing by our book table to see our amazing publications about the ancient and colonial Americas and meet our staff! #SAA2026 #DOaksOnTheRoad

Yota Batsaki, shares how @dumbartonoaks.bsky.social @harvard.edu are activating BHL for Storytelling and Teaching via The Plant Humanities Lab: “BHL is essential to our storytelling”. #BHLDay2026 🧪🌱

This is a reminder that the Gardens are closed from Thursday, April 23 through Saturday, April 25 due to our Byzantine Symposium. Daily tickets will not be sold and Season Passes will not be honored. Please also note that daily Garden tickets for Sunday, April 26 are sold out.