Lecture: Windows on the Ancient Mediterranean: Glass and Society
New Orleans Society of the Archaeological Institute of America
- Free
- For Teachers and Families
- artsandhumanities
- archaeology
- ancientmediterranean
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7001 Freret St, Howard-Tilton Memorial Library, B-10, Tulane University, New Orleans, Louisiana, 70118
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Oct. 23, 2025: 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Description
Dr. Allison Sterrett-Krause (College of Charleston, SC) will talk about ancient glass and what we learn from it. Glass straddled the line between artwork and object of daily life in the Greek and Roman worlds. We often see glass in museum collections and marvel at its beauty and preservation, but we rarely learn about this material in our studies. In this lecture, we’ll use glass as a lens to explore ancient society. We will investigate religious and commemorative practices, evidence for recycling and trade, the use of glass vessels as a social marker, and—of course—windows.
NOTE: A photo ID is required to enter the library.
The New Orleans Society of the Archaeological Institute of America (AIA) supports the work of the national AIA in its mission to promote archaeological inquiry and public understanding of the material record of the human past to foster an appreciation of diverse cultures and our shared humanity. The AIA supports archaeologists, their research and its dissemination, and the ethical practice of archaeology. The AIA educates people of all ages about the significance of archaeological discovery and advocates for the preservation of the world’s archaeological heritage.
The local society sponsors talks and events that are free and open to the public. We also provide information national events, such as the online Archaeology Hour talks.
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Created:
Oct. 1, 2025, 5 p.m. -
Published:
Oct. 2, 2025, 3:37 p.m.