Karen Barker
@kazablanca.bsky.social
Museums, archaeology, wine, and dogs. Registration Officer at the Chau Chak Wing Museum, University of Sydney.
‘Olympic historian David M. Pritchard said the loan will include twice as many artefacts as those displayed during the Sydney 2000 Olympics, with many sourced directly from Olympia.’ Greece to loan ancient Olympia treasures to Australia for Brisbane Olympics 2032 greekherald.com.au/news/greece-...
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"Pompeii’s historical popularity and prominent role in popular culture have given rise to more than a few misconceptions. One is that the eruption happened so suddenly that it instantly froze the town and its people in time." bigthink.com/books/histor...
Pompeii wasn’t frozen in time. Its lost voices are still speaking to us.
Historian Jess Venner discusses how “critical fabulation” can help reveal the lived experiences of Pompeii’s voiceless residents.
bigthink.com
Reminder that museums are for everyone! www.theguardian.com/artanddesign...
Maracas in hand, my toddler wanders freely through a gallery of priceless ceramics
Visiting galleries was fine when my son was asleep in the sling – now he’s a boisterous explorer. It’s made me wonder: should we be sticking to exhibitions aimed at children?
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My amazing friend doing amazing things archaeologymag.com/2026/04/cora...
How coral buildings are helping archaeologists date colonial-era sites in French Polynesia
Study shows coral blocks in French Polynesia help archaeologists date 19th-century missionary buildings with greater accuracy.
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Odysseus Sanctuary Discovered on Ithaca in Major Greek Archaeological Breakthrough
greekcitytimes.com
Not just ‘eunuchs’ or sex workers: in ancient Mesopotamia, gender-diverse people held positions of power theconversation.com/not-just-eun...
Not just ‘eunuchs’ or sex workers: in ancient Mesopotamia, gender-diverse people held positions of power
Ancient evidence tells us these people held positions of power because of their gender ambiguity, not despite it.
theconversation.com
Icom and Interpol launch initiative to combat cultural theft and trafficking
Icom and Interpol launch initiative to combat cultural theft and trafficking - Museums Association
Museum community agrees to strengthen global action against heritage crime at triennial Icom conference
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New study shifts the dating of major Bronze Age events www.heritagedaily.com/2025/10/new-...
New study shifts the dating of major Bronze Age events
A new study published in the journal PLOS ONE presents new evidence that the volcanic eruption of Minoan Thera (modern-day Santorini) occurred before the reign of Pharaoh Ahmose I, overturning long-he...
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Museums, galleries, cultural institutions and heritage sites not only provide entertainment and enjoyment, but are also important places of learning and need funding to continue their work amd research www.abc.net.au/listen/progr...
Australia's cultural institutions at crisis point - ABC listen
Australian cultural institutions are calling for support after a series of major cuts to funding and jobs at galleries. The Art Gallery of New South Wales announced last week it would be cutting doze...
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DNA Analysis Reveals Minoan and Mycenaean Genetic Origins greekreporter.com/2025/08/13/m...
DNA Analysis Reveals Minoan and Mycenaean Genetic Origins - GreekReporter.com
Scientists have obtained genetic material from the ancient Minoans and Mycenaeans, who lived three to five thousand years ago.
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The imposing Portara of Naxos: The mystery surrounding the monument that spans 26 centuries en.protothema.gr/2025/08/14/t...
The imposing Portara of Naxos: The mystery surrounding the monument that spans 26 centuries - ProtoThema English
It is Naxos’ emblematic landmark – the magnificent entrance to a temple that some believe was dedicated to Apollo and others to Dionysus, the refuge of Ariadne after being abandoned by Theseus – this jewel of the Cyclades was desecrated by an ignorant tourist, sparking a storm of reactions
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A New Video Game Allows You to Repatriate African Artifacts by Looting Western Museums
A New Video Game Allows You to Repatriate African Artifacts by Looting Western Museums
Earlier this month, Nyamakop unveiled Relooted, a new video game where players stages heists to take back stolen artifacts from Western museums.
artnews.com
Whose story is being told – and why? 4 questions museum visitors should ask themselves this school holidays.
Whose story is being told – and why? 4 questions museum visitors should ask themselves this school holidays
Museum exhibits only tell part of what happened in the past. Visitors need to consider what is being included – and what is being left out.
theconversation.com
To help preserve her works, Cindy Sherman is offering to destroy and reprint old photographs www.theartnewspaper.com/2025/06/16/c...
To help preserve her works, Cindy Sherman is offering to destroy and reprint old photographs
The new initiative aims to stabilise fragile media and could serve as a model for other artists
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1st century Roman oil lamp in the form of a sandalled foot (it also has a hobnailed underside!), just 10cm long. The wick emerged from the big toe. Found at London Bridge Station, Borough High Street. Museum of London. Follow thread to see it burning! 1/ #FindsFriday
Landed on Koufonisia yesterday for 3 weeks of fieldwork with the Keros Project, and this island has completely stolen my heart
I’ve been told several times today that I’m brave for travelling by myself. I love it! Yes, travelling with another person is great, but I also like doing my own thing and not adhering to anyone else’s schedule. I go at my own pace 🙂
Bits and bobs from Athens today. 1. Museum of Modern Greek Culture 2. Waitin’ for a mate outside the Acropolis 3. Aristotle at the Acropolis Excavation Museum
Well! Greeks to Produce Film on the Battle of Marathon in Ancient Greek greekcitytimes.com/2025/05/13/g...
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Yesterday my chiropractor said I was his coolest client because…archaeology. I’ll take it 🤣 🏛️🏺
Greece to Digitally Transform Visitor Experience at Museums and Archaeological Sites
Greece to Digitally Transform Visitor Experience at Museums and Archaeological Sites - GreekReporter.com
Greece is digitally transforming its museums and archaeological sites, under a new project aiming to modernize the visitor experience.
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Name a more iconic trio. I'll wait
Cycladic news! Avax Group Funds New Five-Year Research Cycle on Keros Islet greekcitytimes.com/2025/05/01/a...
Avax Group Funds New Five-Year Research Cycle On Keros Islet
Avax Group will fund a five-year research cycle on Keros, a key prehistoric Aegean site in the Small Cyclades. The project, the Aegean’s first fully digital excavation, will explore early urban life, ...
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What Ancient Greek Democracy Can Teach Modern America greekreporter.com/2025/04/30/a...
What Ancient Greek Democracy Can Teach Modern America - GreekReporter.com
The legacy of Greek democracy—reflected in history, mythology, theater, and even the Olympic Games—offers timeless lessons for America.
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Archaeologists unearth lucky penis pendant near Hadrian’s Wall 👀 www.independent.co.uk/news/science...
Archaeologists unearth lucky penis pendant near Hadrian’s Wall
The smooth surface suggests the wearer touched it often for good luck
independent.co.uk
