Restoration Completed on Historic Tudor Gallery at The Vyne
The most elaborately decorated Tudor gallery in Europe—once visited by Henry VIII, Catherine of Aragon, and Anne Boleyn—has been restored after a major conservation effort. The National Trust has completed a six-month project to stabilise and preserve the 500-year-old Oak Gallery at The Vyne in Hampshire, securing its future for generations to come.
Medieval Posy Ring Discovered in England to be Auctioned
A beautifully preserved medieval gold posy ring, dating from the 13th or 14th century, is set to be auctioned later this month.
Viking-Era Burials Discovered on French Island
Archaeologists excavating a site on the Île de Ré, off the western coast of France, have uncovered medieval graves that provide new insights into connections between the Nordic world and the Atlantic coast during the early Middle Ages.
Medieval Skeletons Reveal Gendered Health Disparities in London
By Stephanie Godward University of Louisville Assistant Professor of Anthropology Kathryn Marklein recently co-authored a study that produced jarring results contradicting past literature…
Restoration Planned for the Palace of the Grand Master in Rhodes
The Greek Ministry of Culture has announced a major initiative to restore and enhance the Palace of the Grand Master on the island of Rhodes, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
English Towns Recovered from the Black Death Faster Than Expected, Study Finds
The Black Death devastated English towns, wiping out more than half their populations—but did they ever fully recover? A new study finds that urban centers like Nottingham rebounded much faster than previously believed, with migration and economic shifts driving their revival in the decades after the plague.
Medieval Sailors Avoided the Black Sea in Winter, Study Finds
New research by historian Andrei Mirea is shedding light on the challenges of winter navigation in the Black Sea during the Middle Ages. Published in the International Journal of Maritime History, his study reveals that this inland sea was largely impassable during the colder months.
Vikings before the Vikings Exhibition Begins Next Month in Sweden
A new exhibition at Stockholm’s Vrak – Museum of Wrecks challenges the conventional timeline of Viking history by showcasing evidence of armed Scandinavian expeditions before the traditionally accepted start of the Viking Age in 793.
Over 110,000 Medieval Manuscripts May Have Been Copied by Women
A new study reveals medieval women copied over 110,000 manuscripts—far more than once believed.
Medieval Bishop’s Ring Discovered in England Heads to Auction
A rare medieval bishop’s ring, dating from the late 12th or early 13th century, is set to be auctioned at Noonans Mayfair on March 26, 2025. Discovered in the village of Shipdham, located in Norfolk, eastern England, the gold ring, adorned with its original gemstones, is expected to fetch between £15,000 and £18,000.
Medieval Blacksmithing Workshop Uncovered in Southern France
Archaeologists have uncovered buildings linked to a medieval forge in the town of Foix, located in the Ariège region of southern France. The excavation, conducted by the French National Institute for Preventive Archaeological Research (Inrap), is shedding new light on the town’s urban development and its historical role in ironworking.
Excavations at the Danevirke: Preparing for a New Era of Visitor Engagement
Archaeologists are once again uncovering the secrets of the Danevirke, one of the most significant fortification systems of the early medieval period, as preparations continue for the development of the Danevirke Archaeological Park.
Medieval Burials and Sheffield’s Lost Castle Win Big at the 2025 Current Archaeology Awards
The winners of the 2025 Current Archaeology Awards have been announced, celebrating outstanding contributions to the field. This year’s top honours included Crypt: Life, Death, and Disease in the Middle Ages and Beyond by Alice Roberts for Book of the Year, and the excavation of Sheffield Castle for Rescue Project of the Year.
Explore Medieval Fashion at Swedish Museum
The Swedish History Museum is offering visitors a unique glimpse into medieval fashion with its ongoing exhibition, Medieval Fashion.
Medieval Children’s Graves Found Beneath a Lost Church in Germany
Beneath a German parking lot, archaeologists have uncovered the forgotten remains of a medieval church—and a heartbreaking burial site of at least 30 children. The discovery sheds light on a little-known medieval burial practice meant to safeguard unbaptized souls.
Medieval Dye Plants Discovered in Belgium for the First Time
Archaeologists in Belgium have uncovered traces of weld, madder, and woad—the three primary dye plants used in medieval textile production—during excavations in Brussels and Mechelen.
Medieval Bible Returns to Salisbury Cathedral After Nearly 800 Years
The Sarum Master Bible, a rare and exquisitely illuminated 13th-century manuscript, has returned to Salisbury Cathedral in England nearly 800 years after it was created.
Medieval Shipwreck Discovered in Sweden Could Be Oldest of Its Kind
Maritime archaeologists have uncovered what may be the oldest known carvel-built ship from the Nordic region. The wreck, found in Landfjärden near Häringe, south of Stockholm, dates back to the late Middle Ages and offers new insights into the evolution of shipbuilding in northern Europe.
New Study Links Huns to Xiongnu Through DNA Evidence
New DNA research has uncovered a direct genetic link between some European Huns and the elite of the earlier Xiongnu Empire, a powerful nomadic state from the Mongolian steppe. The findings challenge long-standing debates on the Huns’ origins, revealing a complex web of ancestry and migration across Eurasia.
Viking-Age Skulls Reveal Widespread Disease and Infections
New research using CT scans of Viking-Age skulls has revealed evidence of severe infections, osteoarthritis, and dental diseases that plagued Sweden’s medieval population. The study offers a glimpse into the hardships of Viking life, where untreated illnesses could linger for years.
Key Event in the Fall of the Roman Empire May Not Have Happened, Historian Finds
Did the Rhine crossings of 406, long seen as a decisive moment in the fall of the Western Roman Empire, really happen as described? A new study challenges the traditional narrative, arguing that one of the key sources may have been more influenced by theology and literary tropes than historical fact.
Rare Medieval Manuscripts Take Center Stage at TEFAF Maastricht 2025
Dr. Jörn Günther Rare Books returns to TEFAF Maastricht this year with a dazzling selection of illuminated manuscripts and miniatures, offering a glimpse into some of the finest medieval and Renaissance book art.
Climate Chronicles: Transylvania’s Delayed Response to the Little Ice Age
New research reveals that Transylvania experienced a delayed impact of the Little Ice Age, with historical records describing extreme weather events that shaped communities in unexpected ways.
Walter Goffart passes away
Walter Goffart, a leading historian of European history in late antiquity and the early Middle Ages, has passed away at the age of 90.
