Disability in Ancient Greece: Myths, Facts, and Accessibility Insights
Professor Debby Sneed explores disability in ancient Greece, debunks myths, previews her new book, and examines accessibility in modern Athens.
Sex and Marriage in Ancient Greece
Rooted in myth and religion, ancient Greek attitudes to sex and marriage…
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What Was it Like Being a Woman in Ancient Greece?
Women in ancient Greece were not permitted to vote or play an…
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Parthenon and Democracy Conference: What Now for the Parthenon Marbles?
Last week’s international meeting at the Acropolis Museum drew scholars from Greece…
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The Parthenon Marbles, In-Depth, Part 1: How it All Began
Carved nearly 2500 years ago, the Parthenon marbles once adorned the greatest…
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On this Day in Ancient Greece: The Battle of Salamis, September 28-29, 480 BC
2,501 years ago, a heavily outnumbered Greek fleet faced the full might…
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Exploring the Pocket Ruins of Piraeus (Map Included)
Far less well-known than their counterparts in downtown Athens, the ancient ruins…
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When Democracy Goes to War: The Battle of Salamis and Ancient Athens
Associate Professor David M. Pritchard's presentation for the 2,500th anniversary of the…
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Discovering the God-Doctor Asclepius in the Athens Metro
Covid-19 has rekindled interest in the plagues of antiquity and how the…
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