The Archaeology of Greek Myth

3 units

In this course, we will try to understand the Greeks' view of life, death, and the supernatural by studying their myths, religious sites, rituals, and festivals. The sources for this exploration will be the archaeological discoveries of ancient Greek sites, relevant reading from the ancient Greek literature, and illustrations of myth from ancient art. Students analyze Greek myths and their connection to archaeological and artistic remains at religious sites and sanctuaries. Students also will study a belief system of the past, by synthesizing how myths (and social beliefs more broadly) were expressed through material culture in the ancient Greek world.