“Archaeology holds all the keys to understanding who we are and where we come from.”
– Sarah Parcak
Each week on To the Point, we share a few articles from the world of archaeology (and its many interconnected fields).
What is a World Heritage Site? How Unesco is Preserving Cultural History Around the World
thenationalnews.com | July 11, 2021
The World Heritage Committee will be gathering to evaluate the management of more than 1,100 Unesco World Heritage Sites. Nominations for new sites will also be assessed in order to increase awareness and preservation.
The Secret Lives of Neanderthal Children
bbc.com | July 7, 2021
Two biologists were able to discover the footprints of 80,000-120,000-year-old Neanderthal children. This discovery allows researchers to uncover intimate details about their previously mysterious lives.
english.elpais.com | July 13, 2021
A team of archaeologists has been able to discover the true colors of a painted sculpture with the help of modern-day photographic techniques. By eliminating refracted light, the paints that were once faded now come across with greater intensity.
