Wednesday, July 1, 2026 @ 6:00 pm-8:00 pm
Lecture
New Insights on Nimrud
By Ali Khadr
New Insights on Nimrud
The site of Nimrud (ancient Kalhu) – a major Assyrian royal centre dating between the ninth and seventh centuries BC – is one of the most significant archaeological sites in Iraq. Systematic excavations began in 1845, leading to the discovery of some of the most remarkable material remains of Mesopotamian civilisation, including monumental wall reliefs, intricate metal and ivory artefacts, and numerous cuneiform tablets. BISI has maintained a longstanding association with Nimrud, supporting extensive archaeological work at the site between1949 and 1963. In the last decade, following the deliberate destruction of areas of Nimrud by Da’esh, there have been campaigns of restoration and the resumption of archaeological survey and excavation. Four speakers will present summaries of recent work at Nimrud, as well as new interpretations of some of the key artefacts recovered from the site.
Speakers:
Dr John MacGinnis: Recent work at Nimrud
Dr Nigel Tallis: Publishing the Nimrud Bowls
Prof. Dirk Wicke: Ivories from the Burnt Palace
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