By SARAH SHMERLING | Editor-in-Chief
Palisadians are invited to attend a Villa Council Presents lecture either in person at Getty Villa or virtually via Zoom on Sunday, May 5, beginning at 4 p.m.
The “Archaeology, Museums and War: Strategies for the 21st Century” lecture is free to attend, but an advance ticket for in person or registration for online is required.
“Heritage destruction during wars in Iraq, Afghanistan, Syria and more recent conflicts have vastly increased the obligation of scholars to help preserve the art and material culture of antiquity,” read a statement from Getty Villa ahead of the lecture. “Classical archaeologist C. Brian Rose has first-hand experience with destruction and preservation efforts in conflict zones. He draws from his deep understanding of excavations and museums to reflect on cultural heritage today, repatriation requests and the importance of the past for the present.”
Rose is an American archaeologist, classical scholar and author. He is the James B. Pritchard professor of archaeology at University of Pennsylvania, as well as the ferry curator-in-charge of the Mediterranean Section of Penn Museum.
He has offered pre-deployment education and training for armed forces personnel who are bound for Iraq and Afghanistan, emphasizing “cultural heritage awareness and protection.”
“The Villa Council Presents is an annual lecture series related to the theme of antiquity made possible by the generous support of the Villa Council,” according to information provided by Getty Villa. “Founded in 2001, the council is comprised of dedicated supporters of the arts who believe strongly in the mission and goals of the Getty Villa and the Getty Museum.”
The event will take place in person at Getty Villa Auditorium, located at 17985 Pacific Coast Highway, as well as online via Zoom.
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