Stepping stones in the Indian Ocean: new archaeological evidence for trade and interaction in the Comoros Archipelago, East Africa
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5.30pm, 19 August | Centre on China in the World
New archaeological evidence from the Comoros Archipelago reveals its pivotal role as a maritime crossroads linking East Africa, Madagascar, and the wider Indian Ocean. In this public lecture, Associate Professor Alison Crowther will unveil recent discoveries that rewrite our understanding of early human migration, globalization, and cross-cultural trade. By examining excavated material culture, ancient food crops, and archaeobotanical remains, she will demonstrate how these "stepping stone" islands facilitated early encounters between African and Island Southeast Asian populations. Discover how these deep-time connections shaped the vibrant history of the Swahili Coast and transformed the western Indian Ocean into a dynamic global highway. The lecture will be free with the option to purchase a ticket for the catered delicious catered reception by Symposium in the venue foyer following the lecture. Big discounts for CAS members, and you can also become a member for a discounted rate when buying tickets for the event. Doors open at 5:30pm for the lecture to start at 6:00pm, followed by drinks and nibbles in the foyer at 7:00pm. |
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Anthropogenic transformation of an island landscape: 3,000 years of adaptation and resilience on Efate, Vanuatu
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Join the Canberra Archaeological Society and the ANU Centre for Archaeological Research on Friday the 22nd of May for a special National Archaeology Week public lecture, delivered by the ANU's own Professor Stuart Bedford!
The lecture will be free with the option to purchase a ticket for the catered delicious catered reception by Symposium in the venue foyer following the lecture. Big discounts for CAS members, and you can also become a member for a discounted rate when buying tickets for the event. Please come along for a chance to socialise with archaeologists, researchers and fellow community enthusiasts. Doors open at 5:30pm for the lecture to start at 6:00pm, followed by drinks and nibbles in the foyer at 7:00pm. |
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