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The Travelers and Excavations of Ancient Petra
Saturday, October 11, 2025 05:00 PM - 06:00 PM
Nestled in the rose-red sandstone cliffs and surrounded by the deserts of what is today southern Jordan, the archaeological site of Petra is one of humanities greatest wonders. Hewn from canyon walls, the rock-cut city thrived for centuries as the capital of the ancient Nabataean people. Most often recognized by The Treasury, an enigmatic but stunning structure Frederic Church captured in his 1874 painting, El Khasné, Petra, the city sprawled for miles. Join Professor Pearce Paul Creasman for a discussion of the ancient travelers who helped bring this enigmatic site to the contemporary world's attention and an exploration of the recent archaeological work shaping an understanding of Petra's history and impact. This onsite lecture takes place in the Frederic Church Center for Art & Landscape; refreshments to follow. This program is $20 per person ($15 for members), and it meets at the Frederic Church Center for Art and Landscape. Advanced registration required. Please contact education@olana.org to learn more.
Registration: Not required
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