Change, adaptation and destruction at Tell Timai: Results from the 2011-2012 field seasons (6.00pm - 26 July) Fri 26 Jul 2013 6:00pm – 7:00pm Presented by Sean Winter PhD Candidate, Archaeology, University of Western Australia 6.00pm, Friday 26 July 2013 State Library Theatre, State Library of Western Australia (entrance via Francis St) This lecture will discuss ongoing archaeological field work at Tell Timai, the location of the ancient Greco-Roman city of Thmouis, one of Alexander the Great’s administrative centres in the Nile Delta. Field work has been ongoing at Timai since 2007, conducted by a multi-national team led by researchers from the University of Hawaii. Initial field efforts focused on archaeological survey and understanding the layout of the town. Since that time the site has been suffering severe encroachment from modern development, and from 2010 excavations have placed priority on salvaging areas slated for demolition. The 2011 field season concentrated on an industrial area of the ancient city and uncovered evidence of a major destruction event in the first century BCE (Before Common Era). In contrast the 2012 season concentrated on a more affluent area of the ancient town and excavated houses dating to the third century CE. Join Sean Winter as he discusses results from both seasons of excavation at Timai, and shows how archaeology is providing evidence of change and adaptation in the ancient city. Cost: Free event Bookings: Essential essential using the link below, or calling 1300 134 081 Online Booking The remains of second century BCE mudbrick buildings within a large trench at Tell Timai Image courtesy of Sean Winter Getting Here Address WA Museum Boola Bardip Perth Cultural Centre, James Street, Perth, Western Australia, 6000, Australia Phone 1300 134 081