Join us for an in-person symposium on September 9 at 6 PM. This symposium is free and open to the public, and will take place in the Naos on Level 2. RSVP required.
Join archaeologist Dr. Adam Fracchia for a free overview of recent archaeological discoveries in Nashville, from indigenous sites to 19th century finds. RSVP for FREE Museum admission for the event.
This lecture has been awarded the Nancy Wilkie Lectureship in Archaeological Heritage by the Archaeological Institute of America (AIA).
About the symposium:
We celebrate Tennessee’s rich archaeological record and “Tennessee Archaeology Awareness Month” with an introduction to Nashville’s archaeology. Dr. Fracchia will provide an overview of recent archaeological research in the city of Nashville, highlighting some finds from indigenous sites through the late 19th century. He will help us understand recent archaeological research, new approaches and technologies, and what the study of objects and artifacts reveals about Nashville’s history.
About the speaker:
Adam Fracchia is an archaeologist and historic preservationist with the Metro Historical Commission. In this role since 2022, he has collaborated with public and private organizations across Nashville to support archaeological research, preservation of material culture, and develop related public and educational programming. He previously led a community archaeology program in Baltimore and he has taught at MTSU and the University of Delaware. He holds a Ph.D. in anthropology from the University of Maryland, and an M.A. in historical archaeology from Illinois State University.
Symposium sponsors:
Archaeological Institute of America (AIA)-Nashville Society, Nancy Wilkie Lectureship in Archaeological Heritage
To honor Nancy Wilkie, AIA President from 1999 through 2002, the Institute established a lectureship on the theme of Archaeological Heritage. It is a fitting tribute to Nancy’s tremendous contributions to the Institute and to her close involvement in world archaeology in regions as diverse as Greece, South Asia, and the American Southwest. Her tireless advocacy of preservation and public appreciation of archaeology’s inherent values is celebrated by these annual lectures, which represent the many disciplines and differing perspectives that bear on the future directions of archaeology.
The Nancy Wilkie Lectureship in Archaeological Heritage engages AIA members in the fascinating and timely issues that are shaping the present and future of the field. Distinguished, internationally recognized speakers address provocative issues faced at sites around the world through the Wilkie lectures, offering AIA members, as fellow stakeholders, the chance to engage in the stimulating, sometimes contentious debates that archaeologists now confront.
Additional sponsors:
The Parthenon, part of Metro Parks & Recreation, would like to thank the following organizations that provide underwriting support for its exhibition and educational programming, including Symposia, through grants and corporate partnerships with Centennial Park Conservancy:
Archaeological Institute of America- Nashville Society, Amazon, the Sandra Schatten Foundation, HCA Healthcare Foundation, Tennessee Arts Commission, Hays Foundation, and Advance Financial Foundation
Individuals can support the Parthenon by making a donation or becoming a member of Centennial Park Conservancy. Learn more.
Next symposium:
October 19 - 10 AM Central - Virtual Symposium: Disability in the Ancient Greek World with Dr. Debby Sneed