Israel Antiquities Authority
WATCH: A Paleolithic time capsule: Rare prehistoric cave discovered near highway outside of Haifa
The cave dates back to 400,000 and 250,000 years ago, to the time of the Acheulo-Yabrudian culture – a collection of archaeological cultures in the Levant from the end of the Lower Paleolithic era.
West Bank, Gaza antiquities bill raises international law concerns, legal adviser warns Knesset
Ancient tunnel with unknown age, purpose found near Kibbutz Ramat Rachel ahead of Jerusalem Day
Heritage Minister taps INEXTG CEO Esther Shreiber for next IAA director, first woman in role
IAA reveals how Israel's archaeologists helped locate missing persons post-Oct. 7
The exhibition, opening to the public on August 6, will be held at The Jay and Jeanie Schottenstein National Campus for the Archaeology of Israel in Givat Ram, Jerusalem.
First-of-its-kind discovery: Ancient coin from Second Temple Era reveals rebel mindset
The rare bronze coin engraved in Hebrew with 'For the Redemption of Zion' was found near the southwest corner of the Temple Mount in the Jerusalem Archaeological Garden – Davidson Center.
Israel Antiquities Authority unveils harrowing October 7 exhibition: 'Rising from the Ashes'
The Israel Antiquities Authority has announced the opening of its new exhibit detailing the October 7 massacre from the perspective of archeologists who assisted in bringing closure after the attack.
Ancient blade workshop unearthed near Kiryat Gat, first of its kind in southern Israel
The findings provide compelling evidence of a sophisticated society with a complex social and economic structure at the very beginning of the Early Bronze Age.
Rare 1,900-Year-Old bronze lion heads uncovered in Sharon region, symbolic of regional diversity
The lion heads are intricately designed, with each face bearing a different expression and distinct features.
Hackers breach Israel Antiquities Authority's social media
In their post, the hackers stated, "Soon, all Israeli commanders will face the consequences of their war crimes," along with a photo of a missile and Khamenei.
Archaeologists reveal mythological scene on ancient sarcophagus found in Caesarea
The sarcophagus was discovered outside the known walls of Caesarea, indicating that the ancient city was far more extensive than previously thought.
Rare menorah capital found near Jerusalem to be unveiled on Independence Day
This stone capital is considered one-of-a-kind and has not been found anywhere else in the world, according to the IAA.
Police find ancient treasures, weapons in Dimona antiquities probe
A Dimona resident was detained for questioning after the search uncovered not only the archaeological treasures but also a cache of weapons, ammunition, and currency.
Digging too deep? Political dispute delays archaeological congress in Israel
Greenberg was expected to lecture on the “archaeologization” of Israel in a session on archaeology and politics, before his participation raised concerns from right-wing activists.
