Where the Middle Ages Begin
A new study reveals how the skins used to make the 13th-century Hamburg Bible preserve scars, stitches, and even signatures from medieval parchment-makers—offering a detailed look at manuscript production through the lens of biocodicology.
Forty years after a fire damaged York Minster, new technology like robot dogs and drones is being tested to protect medieval buildings from future disasters.
A 15th-century stucco Madonna and Child, hidden for over 70 years, has undergone a dramatic restoration in Florence. Once discoloured and forgotten, the sculpture now reveals its original colours and exquisite detail.
Two early medieval Manx Crosses have been rediscovered and returned to Jurby Church on the Isle of Man, now displayed in a specially designed cabinet. The church also features new accessibility improvements and exhibitions celebrating its long history.
Rare 16th-century wall paintings have been uncovered at The Ashes, a former Tudor hunting lodge located in what was once Inglewood Forest, near…
Efforts are now underway to preserve and enhance St Oswald’s Priory in Gloucester, England—a historic site believed to be the final resting place…
Archaeologists in Paderborn, Germany, have uncovered an early medieval settlement beneath a field once thought to hold Bronze Age graves—revealing pit houses, irrigation systems, and a rare Carolingian-era sword belt fitting.
Archaeologists in Orihuela, Spain, have uncovered an 11th-century Arab bathhouse beneath the Rubalcava Palace garden. The well-preserved remains shed light on the city’s Andalusian past and will be conserved for future public display.
Medieval Córdoba built a sewer system so advanced it stayed in use for centuries. A new study reveals how the city’s infrastructure, legal oversight, and community cooperation created one of the most sophisticated sanitation systems of the Middle Ages.
New research reveals that Cistercian manuscripts from the 12th and 13th centuries were bound in seal skin sourced from Scandinavia and Greenland, uncovering unexpected links between monastic book production and Norse trade networks.
New research reveals that icebergs from Greenland reached Iceland during the 6th–7th centuries, offering fresh insight into the Late Antique Little Ice Age—and how climate change may have shaped the post-Roman world.
The Vatican’s International Theological Commission has released a new document ahead of the 1700th anniversary of the Council of Nicaea, reflecting on the ongoing significance of the Nicene Creed.
A rare 13th-century manuscript fragment of Merlin and King Arthur has been rediscovered in a 16th-century book binding at Cambridge University Library and digitally revealed using advanced imaging techniques.
A rare 11th–12th century Kiddush cup from medieval Khorasan—inscribed in Hebrew and Arabic—will be auctioned by Sotheby’s with an estimate of $3–5 million.
New stamp collection from the Isle of Man Post Office highlights the medieval sea kings of Mann and the Isles, with artwork by Juan Moore and research by historian R. Andrew McDonald.
Join the Toronto Old English Colloquium on Thursday, April 17, 2025, for a day of scholarly exploration into the poetic and visual intricacies of MS Junius 11—one of the most fascinating Old English manuscripts. Hosted by the Centre for Medieval Studies at the University of Toronto, this hybrid event features a symposium and keynote lecture open to both in-person and virtual attendees.
Over 30 historic sites have reopened to the public as Historic Scotland launches its spring and summer season. Among them are many remarkable medieval landmarks, now ready to welcome visitors eager to explore Scotland’s rich heritage.
Medieval castles and monastic ruins drew crowds across Ireland in 2024, with new data revealing that sites like Trim Castle, the Rock of Cashel, and Clonmacnoise ranked among the country’s most visited heritage destinations.
This weekend’s Apollo Art Auctions feature a remarkable selection of ancient artefacts, but medieval collectors will find several exceptional pieces worth special attention—most notably, a rare iron great helm dating to the 14th century.
Archaeologists in Pardubice, Czechia, have uncovered a rare 14th-century street surface beneath the city’s modern pavement—offering a glimpse into urban life in the Middle Ages.
A new survey by YouGov has shed light on how Americans perceive the Middle Ages—and for many, it’s not a golden age of knights and cathedrals.
A team of researchers has used cutting-edge scientific tools to help solve a long-standing mystery in medieval art history: the chronological order of the monumental bronze doors created by the 12th-century artisan Barisanus of Trani.
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.
A beautifully preserved medieval gold posy ring, dating from the 13th or 14th century, is set to be auctioned later this month.
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.