The Herculaneum Society promotes conservation, research and public education at the UNESCO Herculaneum Archaeological Site and is an active supporter of projects that further these objectives.
The eruption of Vesuvius that burnt and buried the Roman seaside town of Herculaneum in 79 CE left it better preserved than nearby Pompeii, and together they provide a uniquely vivid picture of Roman life. The only library to survive from the ancient world is in the Villa of the Papyri at Herculaneum. The Herculaneum Society offers access to the latest research and expert-led visits to the World Heritage site of Herculaneum, near Naples, Italy. Launched in 2004 to promote the sustainable development of Herculaneum, the charity provides bursaries and supports conservation, research and scholarship. Join us to get the latest news, enjoy events, talks and conferences, and support projects at this fascinating site. For our latest exciting project follow this link!
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The Getty Villa and the Palisades Fire
At least one piece of good news amid the dreadful tragedy of the Los Angeles fires: due to far-sighted preventative measures, the flames have not reached the Getty Villa and its priceless […]
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Plato’s last days
The remains of Philodemus of Gadara’s History of the Academy (the school founded by Plato) preserved in the Herculaneum Papyri have yielded fascinating new information about Plato’s last days. The text, whose […]
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Happy Birthday to the Herculaneum Society
This year the Society celebrates its twentieth year since foundation. We’ve done a lot! Here’s a list: Join us and help us do even more for the great World Heritage Site […]
