Institute for the Study of the Ancient World

Nearly six hundred sundials are preserved from ancient Greek and Roman times. This richly illustrated lecture will explore the styles, uses, and significance of ancient sundials and their relevance historically and in context to our modern understanding of time.

Published 09/22/2016 — filed under: exhibition-event, video Located in Events Events Archive Academic Year 2016-2017

This talk looks at how time was structured in Greek and Roman antiquity. How and why was the year divided into just this many units and not more or less? Where did the seven-day week come from? How was the division of the year into weeks, days, and months related to religious and political cycles and duties?

Published 09/22/2016 — filed under: exhibition-event, video Located in Events Events Archive Academic Year 2016-2017

Published 09/22/2016 — filed under: exhibition-event Located in Events Events Archive Academic Year 2016-2017

This lecture will take place in person at ISAW. Registration is required; click through for the registration link. This lecture is given in conjunction with ISAW's exhibition Madinat al-Zahra: The Radiant Capital of Islamic Spain. Madīnat al-Zahrā’, the 10th-century caliphal city of the Umayyads of al-Andalus, presents an exemplary site for the investigation of the intertwined notions of nature, humanity and materiality embodied in landscape architecture.

Published 11/11/2024 — filed under: exhibition-event Located in Events

This workshop will take place in person at ISAW. Registration is required; click through for the registration link. Please join illustrator and teaching artist Joan Chiverton for an afternoon of sketching in the galleries in conjunction with the exhibition Madinat al-Zahra: The Radiant Capital of Islamic Spain. Develop your drawing skills and discover a new way of seeing the exhibit, as you sketch masterpieces and other objects. Following a brief introduction and tutorial, Ms. Chiverton will circulate the galleries and provide individual coaching, if desired. All skill levels are welcome, from beginner to advanced. Participants should bring their own drawing pad or paper with a board, but we will have paper on hand if necessary. Gallery specific pencils will be provided by ISAW. For conservation reasons pens, pastels, charcoal and paints need to be kept at home.

Published 11/14/2024 — filed under: exhibition-event Located in Events

This lecture will take place online. Registration is required, click through for the registration link. Zoom information will be provided via confirmation email to registered participants.

Published 07/06/2022 — filed under: exhibition-event Located in Events Events Archive Academic Year 2021-2022

Come join us for an evening performance of traditional Andalusian music and song! Immerse yourself in the spirit of intercultural exchange and the cosmopolitan synergy of Al-Andalus, brought to life by the New York Andalus Ensemble.

Published 11/18/2024 — filed under: exhibition-event Located in Events

This lecture is given in collaboration with NYU Alumni Association and will take place online. Registration is required, click through for the registration link. Zoom information will be provided via confirmation email to registered participants.

Published 03/29/2021 — filed under: exhibition-event Located in Events Events Archive Academic Year 2020-2021

This workshop will take place online. Registration is required; click through for the registration link. Zoom information will be provided via confirmation email to registered participants.

Published 07/06/2022 — filed under: exhibition-event Located in Events Events Archive Academic Year 2021-2022

This workshop will take place online. Registration is required; click through for the registration link. Zoom information will be provided via confirmation email to registered participants.

Published 07/06/2022 — filed under: exhibition-event Located in Events Events Archive Academic Year 2021-2022

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