Archaeology
Humans have left clues of our existence throughout time, leaving behind burials, artifacts and written records that hint at our evolution, beliefs, practices and cultures. Studying the archaeological record shows us that the oldest known bones belonging to Homo sapiens are 300,000 years old, or that the world’s oldest civilizations arose at least 6,000 years ago.
Whether you’re looking for facts about the ancient Egyptians, the discovery of an ancient human skull, a gold hoard dating to the fall of the Roman Empire or how the latest technology is helping us find hidden pyramids, Live Science's expert science writers and editors are here to give you the latest coverage on our past with archaeology news, articles and features.
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See stunning reconstruction of ancient Egyptian mummy that languished at an Australian high school for a century
By Tom Metcalfe published
The forensic facial reconstruction is based on a precise 3D model of the skull created with medical scans.
Scientists map the lost 'Atlantis' continent that lies off Australia
By Emma Bryce published
A new simulation reveals how Australia's first inhabitants migrated across Sahul, before it became modern-day Australia.
Remains of vast 7,000-year-old farming settlement found in a 'huge void' in Serbia
By Jennifer Nalewicki published
Archaeologists discovered a previously unknown Neolithic settlement in Serbia and then fully mapped the "exceptional" site.
Hoard of 17th-century coins hidden during English Civil War unearthed during kitchen renovation
By Hannah Kate Simon published
During a kitchen renovation, a family in England unexpectedly discovered a hoard of coins that was likely buried for safekeeping during the first English Civil War.
2,500-year-old Illyrian helmet found in burial mound likely caused 'awe in the enemy'
By Owen Jarus published
Archaeologists excavating a burial mound in Croatia have discovered a 2,500-year-old Illyrian helmet that may have been a votive offering.
1,900-year-old Roman legionary fortress unearthed next to UK cathedral
By Jennifer Nalewicki published
Ongoing excavations have revealed Roman ruins that were once part of a legionary fortress.
Iron Age necropolis that predates Rome unearthed near Naples
By Tom Metcalfe published
The excavations have recovered weapons, necklaces, bracelets and worked bones.
'Major lunar standstill' may reveal if Stonehenge is aligned with the moon
By Laura Geggel published
Is Stonehenge aligned with the moon? Scientists hope to find out during a rare 'major lunar standstill, which happens once every 18.6 years.
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