ancient site54 Best Archaeology Blogs

Archaeology is the scientific study of past human life through the remains and data left behind. It enables us to gain new perspectives on our current status and provides insight into where we may eventually be going.  The following 54 blogs reflect the most fascinating, informative archaelogy blogs on the Internet today. They examine everything from the use of technology in archaeology to the study of story-telling art that has survived through thousands of years of human evolution.

Top Five Blogs - The Rest of the Best

Top Five Blogs

  1. Alison in Cambodia is a blog about archaeology and related issues in Cambodia. It's maintained by a graduate student from the University of Wisconsin.
    • Why We Love It: The author has spent time on several digs, and this blog shares her research and experiences in Cambodia. The posts are personal and professional at the same time, and there are lots of author owned photos of her work and experience.
  2. Culture in Peril is a blog that focuses on cultural heritage.
    • Why We Love It: Whether exploring how products are related to each other and their historic roots, or commenting on the way that humans collect items, this blog is thought provoking and well researched. The blog posts are not written in academic speak, but they are still intelligent and intriguing. This is an unusual gem of archaeology blogs.
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  3. Human Rights Archaeology is a blog written by an archaeology researcher who shares his research and thoughts through this blog.
    • Why We Love It: This blog focuses on cultural inequalities and issues with cultural perceptions. The author is dedicated to providing excellent content. He also has a couple dozen links to his separate photoblogs about various archaeological sites.
    • Check It Out: Archaeology, conflict, antiquities rescue
  4. Portable Antiquity Collecting and Heritage Issues is a blog updated by a British archaeologist whose primary interest is in the trading of antiquities -- privately and politically.
    • Why We Love It: This blog is updated prolifically, and it's filled with news links and resources. The author links to news articles and argues for or against them, and while he may have strong opinions, he provides enough evidence for readers to make their own decision. 
    • Check It Out: Missing Iraqi Artifacts Found in Storeroom
  5. The Archaeology Journal Blog is the blog of the leading archaeology journal. It is a well-maintained, often updated blog. 
    • Why We Love It: This blog presents the latest finds, news, and opinions from the field. If you're interested in archaeology, ancient history, or cultures both past and present, you'll find a lot to grab your attention here.
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The Rest of the Best

  1. A Gift for Polykdektes is a blog about currency and culture. You may be wondering what Polykdektes is. Wonder no longer, this is a mythical Greek king.
  2. Alun Salt is a blog about archaeology and science. It answers questions such as: How does the interaction or perception of plant life affect modern culture?
  3. Ancient Bodies, Ancient Lives is a new blog that explores gender and sexuality in the historical definition of man and woman. The author, Rosemary A. Joyce, is a professor of archaeology at Berkeley University and brings to her blog a professional and academic voice.
  4. ArchaeoBlog has been around since 2004. The author updates with opinions on archaeological news on an almost daily basis. Interested in new cities found or what it's like to work on a dig? Then this is the blog for you.
  5. ArcheoGeek is a blog about the use of technology in the field of archaeology. This is a great blog that explores computers and accessories in the field, lab, and at home.
  6. ArchaeoPop is a blog that adds some spice to the typical archaeology blog fare. While there are several serious posts, this blogger also posts links to archaeologically related media found in today's pop culture.
  7. Art Knows is a blog created by an author and art historian with a vast array of interests in the archaeological field. This blog is filled with news research and commentary about art theft and its cultural significance.
  8. The Assemblage: Political Archaeology is a blog that concerns itself with politically related archaeological issues. This blog not only focuses on exposing false archaeological issues, but also on highlighting brilliant discoveries.
  9. Cultural Grrl is a blog about art and culture. This blog is constructed of well-researched commentary on archaeological art news. Filled with links and opinions on current issues, this is an excellent resource for any serious archaeologist.
  10. The Cultural Property and Archaeological Law Blog is written by a practicing attorney who loves archaeology. This blog combines the best of her two passions and offers insights and personal experiences.
  11. Heritage of Japan is a news blog that focuses entirely on Japanese archaeological issues. With photographs and links to many current news articles, this is a good place to learn about Japanese cultural history.
  12. Illicit Cultural Property shares opinions on current archaeological news issues. The author is a law professor who provides this blog as an extension of his academic research.
  13. Looting Matters is a blog that discusses the ethics of people who trade in archaeological artifacts, particularly from Greece. This blog reports on international issues of antiquities crossing borders.
  14. Middle Savagery is a blog that explores archaeological principles, behaviors, and practices. From the perspective of a Ph.D. candidate from Berkeley University, this blog is thoughtful and interactive.
  15. My Life is In Ruins is a clever title for a blog about the cultural experiences of an archaeologist (whose life is not actually in ruins). This blog comments on news and shares anecdotes and photos of personal experiences while traveling abroad in study of archaeology.
  16. Numismatics and Archaeology If you know what numismatics is, then you'll love this blog. If not (it means the study of currency), there's lots for you to learn here.
  17. Publishing Archaeology is a blog updated with links, opinions, and information about recently published archaeology papers. This is an excellent resource for students, researchers, or the archaeologist interested in keeping up with academic research.
  18. Archaeology Digs is a blog dedicated to keeping on top of archaeology digs. When new digs are announced, they are sure to appear on the blog. 
  19. ArchaeologyOnline does just what the title suggests -- it provides information about all the archaeology resources a budding historian could desire. Links to websites, search engines, books, and reviews of all of the above abound at this site.
  20. Fagan Talk is a blog by a popular archaeologist and writer. He presents his latest research, musings, and news from the archaeology world in an easy-to-read format.
  21. Cronaca is a blog by an archaeologist whose initial focus was on writing instruments -- perhaps this overlap led to developing a blog? For now, the blog presents the latest developments in some of the more arcane areas of archaeology, like uncovering ancient clothing.
  22. Debitage is a blog written by an archaeology student. His varying interests are apparent, but it usually all comes back to archaeology in the end.
  23. The Distant Mirror is a blog by an archaeologist at the Discovery World Museum in Milwaukee. The blog title reflects his view on archaeology: that it is a "distant mirror" to see the past.  His blog talks about different types of archaeology -- ancient, maritime, personal, and urban.
  24. Egyptology Blog discusses the latest research in Egypt and the necessary archaeology that occurs there. Egypt is one of the highest profile areas for archaeology, so this blog makes for good reading.
  25. ElfShot refers to the arrowheads that people used to find.  They believed they were the weapons of elves or fairies, but they are actually ancient artifacts. This blog is written by an "elfshot" expert, who discusses the importance of understanding these artifacts.
  26. Fernbank Expedition Journal is written by Dennis Blanton, the curator of Native American archaeology at Fernbank Museum.  He uses the blog as a live journal of his expeditions and to answer questions from amateur archaeologists and readers.
  27. GIS for Archaeology and CRM is a blog about the technology that archaeologists use. Many of us picture archaeologists as Indiana Jones-like figures, with fedoras and bull whips. In reality, modern archaeologists are scientists who rely on computers and programs to help them with their digs and analyses.
  28. Marja-Leena Rathje is an artist and archaeologists who examines where these two fields of thought intersect. She is specifically interested in rock art, which is not CD covers, but rather the cave paintings and carvings archaeologists often uncover. 
  29. Mirabilis is a site run by an archaeology enthusiast. It has been up and running since 2005, and began life as a place for the writer to send her friends when she was tired of telling everyone via e-mail "Look what I found!". 
  30. Old Dirt – New Thoughts is a blog by an active archaeologist. The blog is currently acting as a live journal from a dig site where the blogger employs many students. Archaeology at this site is discussed with educational purposes in mind.
  31. Quests of the Dragon and Bird Clan is a blog by an archaeologist studying the Nusantao tribe, an ancient Asian-Pacific Islander people. It is a highly specialized blog and is particularly interesting due to the care the blogger obviously takes in his reporting.
  32. Archaeozoology is the study of ancient animals and is not a well-known branch of archaeology. If you're interested in the subject, this blog is a good place to start for an introduction and the latest news from the field.
  33. Sir Jeffrey is an archaeology Ph.D. student at MIT. He posts about the archaeology world he's discovering, and his awe and excitement for the material really shines though.
  34. The Archaeology of the Mediterranean World is a blog by an active archaeologist who is currently working in one of the most history-rich areas of the world: the Mediterranean. The posts can be somewhat scholarly, but subject matter is definitely interesting.
  35. Seandalaiocht is a blog by Brian Dolan, an archaeologist specializing in ancient Irish studies. The British Isles have a long history of being invaded and conquered, so learning more about ancient Irish cultures is extremely important. 
  36. Ancient Tides aims to update its readers about all the news coming from the world of archaeology. If you're interested in current historical hot topics, this is the blog to check out.
  37. Hot Cup of Joe is the kind of blog you read with a mug of coffee in one hand, analyzing the latest news reports with the blogger. This blog has the tagline "archaeology, anthropology, science & skepticism." If you'd like to take a critical look at archaeology news reports, read this blog.
  38. Southeast Asian Archaeology Newsblog brings the latest news from Southeast Asian archaeology to the world.  This is a subject many people living in the Western Hemisphere don't know a lot about, so this blog is a good place to start if you're interested in the subject.
  39. Heritage Key is a team-written blog about uncovering ancient cultures and dissecting the news to learn more about the ancient way of life. This is a well-maintained, beautifully designed blog. There is even the option to submit a request if you have a topic you'd love to see researched.
  40. History Buff is a blog made by and for history lovers. Most posts are about the latest archaeology finds, but there are also author interviews and book reviews.
  41. Archaeology in Europe knows that when people think of archaeology, they usually think of hot, sandy climates, deserts, and islands. However, there is a very active community of archaeologists studying ancient Europe, and this is the blog to visit for information, news updates, and other resources for that part of the world.
  42. Southwestern Archaeology Today is a blog for archaeologists studying the ancient cultures of the Southwestern United States and Northwestern Mexico. It presents the latest finds and news and allows archaeologists to meet up as a community.
  43. Where in the hell am I? is a blog by an archaeologists who travels the world. Many posts start out "Where in the hell am I?" and then proceed to answer the question. The whole blog has a fun, tongue-in-cheek feel.
  44. Aardvarchaeology is a fun blog by a Swedish archaeologist. It takes a look at the lasts in archaeology news, but also has a fun side, like an examination of the impossible archaeology of J.R.R. Tolkien's Middle Earth.
  45. Adventures with Yo and Mo is a blog by two established archaeologists. They claim to have been "shamed into joining the 21st century" by establishing a blog. The posts are often humorous and informative at the same time.
  46. ArchaeoPorn is a blog by an archaeology student who tries not to take life too seriously. Posts about recent archaeology news, requests for articles, and even fictional book reviews can be found here.
  47. We Were Modern is a more philosophical blogs than some others on this list. Archaeology is discussed, as is modern culture through the eyes of an archaeologist. How will future cultures view us? This blogger seeks to explore that idea.
  48. Safe Corner is a blog for people dedicated to protecting cultural heritage by opposing removal of artifacts. Whether or not you agree with their stance on the subject, this blog makes for interesting reading.
  49. Savage Minds is primarily an anthropology blog taking a look at ancient people. However, these studies go hand-in-hand with archaeology, so this is a good blog for a human perspective on the study of history.
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