While the magazine has closed, its living archive endures—open to all and preserving the many ideas, voices, and discoveries that deepen our understanding of what it means to be human.
Centuries before the Mongols took over the Eurasian steppe, the horse nomads of the Uyghur Empire responded to an epic drought through clever trade deals and unlikely alliances.
Meet Archaeology’s Beer Can ManOne scholar has found in the humble, rusty beer can a trusty time capsule.
What Did Ancient Romans Do Without Toilet Paper?Hint: It involved a long stick, sea sponge, and bucket of vinegar.
How Billy Graham Married Evangelism and Anthropology“America’s Pastor” left behind a complex legacy built on Christian worldviews and a deep sense of racial injustice. But, he wished for more.
Racism by any Other Name Is Still RacismAmericans look back with shame at Japanese-American internment during WWII. In this short documentary, two young Muslim-Americans reflect on how we are repeating past mistakes.
Transcontinental Travel—2,000 Years AgoPeople who were part of the Hopewell culture ventured far and wide to obtain large quantities of raw materials.
What Really Happened on Easter Island?The story we’ve all been told about the demise of Easter Island’s culture is flat-out wrong. Here’s why.
Sea Level Rise Threatens Archaeological SitesSurging tides will submerge thousands of ancient and historic places along the east coast of the U.S.
How Archaeologists Uncover History With TreesTree-ring dating helps answer questions about pre-Columbian life in the Mesa Verde region.
Digging Into the Myth of TimbuktuLong considered by Europeans to be void of archaeological riches, Timbuktu is a treasure trove of ancient human history.
