Tel Megiddo
June 27 – July 23, 2026
israel
Tel Megiddo, a World Heritage Site
Tel Megiddo holds the remains of over 30 settlement layers ranging from the Chalcolithic to World War I. Known for its major contributions to the archaeology of the Bronze and Iron Ages, Megiddo is still providing exciting new information about the history of the biblical world and beyond. The team is excited to be back at the site to explore the Middle Bronze city gates, follow the clues for an undiscovered Iron Age palace, and seek out the archive of the Late Bronze Age kings.
Details
Geographic Location
Jezreel Valley, Northern Israel
Dates of the Dig
June 27 – July 23, 2026
Minimum Stay
Negotiable
Application Due
Saturday, June 27, 2026
Academic Credit/Cost per Credit/Institution
3-6 credits / TBD / Tel Aviv University
Accommodations
Participation fee: 4-week full season: $2,400
Fee covers housing, meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner), and daily transportation.
Not included: airfare, pool entrance fee (10 NIS/day), laundry service (TBD), personal expenses.
Living & Meals
Participants stay at Mishmar HaEmek guest facilities near the site. Rooms are shared, with three meals provided daily. Grocery accounts are available for personal purchases.
Cost
Directors
Professor Israel Finkelstein: Tel Aviv University
Dr. Matthew Adams: The Center for the Mediterranean World
Contact
Dr. Margaret Cohen
To learn how you can get involved, visit their website and check them out on Facebook.
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