The carpet, which was made out of new wool at around 400 BC, is one of the most exciting examples of central Asian craftsmanship from the Iron Age.
The Fermented Wool Fibres of The Pazyryk Carpet
A Potted History – the Iron Age / Roman transition in Hampshire
A series of short films are being released over the week and culminate in a live question and answer session on Friday 17 July, 12.30-1.30pm.
The Cairns Broch and a Fin Whale – The End of Two Giants
“This research helps us to recognise the significant role that the treatment of the fin whale had in the dramatic procedures of deliberately ending of the monumental broch.” – Martin Carruthers
Revealing Iron Age Orkney’s Use of Whale Bone
Some very large whale species were sourced for tools, vessels and equipment during the Iron Age.
Calling All Brochaholics!!!
“The exhibits were a good example of the ‘human’ side of archaeological excavations. “
The Cairns, On A Sunny Sunny Open Day!
The Cairns broch and village at Windwick, South Ronaldsay, is rising from the earth, year by year.
Midhowe Broch, Rousay
Midhowe Broch cared for by Historic Environment Scotland, is free to visit and well worth the effort to get to.
Brochs and Beyond
“In the midst of great change they still need the security and comfort on calling on tradition.” Martin Carruthers Archaeology Institute Orkney College UHI
Orkney’s Superb 2000 Year Old Wooden Bowl
“Perhaps archaeologists have been guilty of overplaying the scarcity of wood in Scotland’s Northern Isles.”
Brochtoberfest III
On Sunday (today) there will be a guided tour at 11am of the Broch of Gurness, now becoming increasingly popular as a tourist site.
