Institute for the Study of Ancient Cultures

Chicago House circa 1930s
University News
Fall/24
Set in stone
By Susie Allen, AB’09

The Institute for the Study of Ancient Cultures celebrates 100 years of studying inscriptions.

The interior of the coffin of Egyptian army commander and scribe Ipi-Ha-Ishetef is decorated with items the deceased would need in the afterlife, such as food, jewelry, and weapons.
University News
Spring/24
Color unearthed
By Chandler A. Calderon

An ISAC researcher and conservator illuminate the role of color in the ancient world.

New signage outside the Institute for the Study of Ancient Cultures
University News
Spring/23
Introducing the Institute for the Study of Ancient Cultures
By Susie Allen, AB’09

The Oriental Institute renames itself, but its mission remains the same.

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