Luxor Temple Excavations

Originally published February 9, 2010 | Luxor News Blog | by Jane Akshar | Ms. Akshar gives us a peek at the continuing excavations happening near Luxor, especially those done at the tell behind the Pashas House. She gives approving remarks about the field schools that train professionals on the job. Jane also includes several pictures capturing a few great sites to see near the area, including talatat bricks of the Amarna Period.

Egypt News from Archaeological Institute of America

Accessed September 17, 2009 | AIA

• AIA and Museum of Science's 3rd Annual Archaeology Fair
• Recent job opportunities
• Fieldwork opportunities in Egypt

Egypt Exploration Society Newsletter

Originally published June 3, 2009 | Egyptology News Blog | by Andie Byrnes

Now that the general archaeological season in Egypt is relatively over, this newsletter from the EES gives an update on what it has been up to, including updates on fieldwork, excavation fund projects, special events and interviews, and upcoming events.

A link to the EES Annual Conference 2009 programme is provided.

Follow this link to view pictures of the EES' recent events and activities.

Getty Conservation Institute Receives Award

Originally published May 30, 2009 | Suite 101 | by Stan Parchin

The Getty Conservation Institute (GCI) received the Distinguished Award for the Advancement of the Field of Conservation from the American Institute of Conservation. They were recognized for their support of professional development initiatives and more than 20 field projects, some in Egypt.