Uncovering the Past with Dr. Priestman

Daily Life and Trade in the Late Islamic Pearling Town of Jazirat al-Hamra 🏺✨

The Ras Al Khaimah Department of Antiquities and Museums invites history and archaeology enthusiasts to an insightful lecture titled “Daily Life and Trade in the Late Islamic Pearling Town of Jazirat al-Hamra: Evidence from the Ceramic Finds.” 🌊🏛️

Presented by Dr. Seth Priestman from The Institute for the Study of Ancient Cultures, University of Chicago, this event will delve deep into the fascinating archaeological discoveries that shed light on the pearling town’s rich commercial past and everyday life during the Late Islamic period. Through the study of ceramic finds, Dr. Priestman will reveal how trade networks, craftsmanship, and cultural exchanges shaped this historic settlement on the Arabian Gulf.

Attendees can look forward to an engaging evening exploring how Jazirat al-Hamra stood as a vibrant hub of maritime trade, connecting distant lands through the art and science of ceramic production and exchange. 🏺📜

This lecture offers a rare opportunity for visitors to learn from one of the field’s leading experts and to experience the heritage of Al Jazeera Al Hamra up close — where history, archaeology, and community meet. Don’t miss this enriching session that brings Ras Al Khaimah’s past to life! 🌍✨

📅 Date: November 17
🕓 Time: 16:30
📍 Location: Al Jazeera Al Hamra Heritage Village Visitor Center