The Thesmophoria was a prominent ancient Greek festival dedicated to Demeter, goddess of agriculture, and her daughter Persephone, celebrating the cycles of life, death, and rebirth. The festival, ...

This underrated city is a hidden gem, hosting some of Greece's most festive celebrations while boasting ancient sites, ...

Enjoy exclusive events, unlimited access to exhibitions and the Members' Room, plus discounts in the Museum shops, cafés and restaurants. Whether you explore the galleries or the new Silk Roads ...

In ancient Egyptian lore, the god Bes was responsible for fertility and had a penchant for mischief. “He’s a beer drinker and ...

The Metropolitan Museum of Art surveys 150 years of Black artists turning to ancient Egypt.

During the tumultuous years of World War II, Greece's ancient treasures became both targets of exploitation and symbols of ...

For the first time, scientists have discovered the organic residue of psychedelic plants within an ancient Egyptian artifact, ...

St. George’s Church is located in the Highland neighborhood. This year, the church is offering tours of the historic building ...

Scientists discovered a mix of psychedelic drugs, bodily fluids, flavoring agents and alcohol after they scraped the inside ...

Nov. 19, 2024 — Leveraging a unique statistical analysis and applying it to ancient DNA extracted from human skeletal remains, a team of researchers has revealed new insights into how ancient ...

Over 150 scientists went with Napoleon Bonaparte when he invaded Egypt. They mapped pyramids, dissected mummies, and did more ...