Bringing Ancient History To LifeThe Explorations in Antiquity Center in LaGrange, Georgia, is a living museum of life in ancient times. Through archeological replicas, Biblical meal presentations, lectures, and other personal experiences, ancient Middle Eastern life becomes real today. Experience ancient biblical life and times as you: * Step back into time as you sit in an authentic goat hair tent like the nomadic shepherds have lived in for thousands of years. * See tombs like those in which Abraham and Jesus were buried and catacombs like those early Christians used for worship. * Visit a village and city gate area to see what life was like 2000 years ago. * Dine with the ancients as you share a Passover Meal much like that which Jesus ate at the Last Supper. * Enter the Time Tunnel and learn about the worship practices of pagans, Jews, and Christians from 2500 BCE to 500 CE by exploring replicas of excavated houses of worship from Israel. These opportunities and so many more wait for you at the Explorations in Antiquity Center! We hope that your visit to our web site will be the first step towards your journey to visit us in person. Our Hours:Tuesday–Saturday 10:00 AM to 6:00 PMLatest News:Dr. Fleming's New Radio ShowDr. Fleming has a new radio show being aired on J93.3 FM in the Atlanta area. J93.3 is the most powerful Christian radio station in West Georgia. The show airs Sundays at 10:30 AM and we hope that you will tune in to learn more about the Bible from an archaeological and historical perspective.
Special Exhibit - Jan 8-Feb 28 "The Good Shepherd"This special exhibit will explore the ancient and modern practice of shepherding and how that sheds light on our understanding of the biblical text. This will be a mult-media presentation, including many new pictures taken by Dr. Fleming during his recent trip to Turkey, and interesting items such as collars used by shepherds on Kangal dogs, the protectors of sheep in Turkey. For more information, please call 706-885-0363.
Conference with Dr. Fleming"Christ the Good Shepherd"February 15-17 - Join Dr. Fleming for an educational and inspirational examination of the teachings and actions of Jesus on the disciples’ journey to Jerusalem and during Holy Week. We will examine the ways Jesus tried to prepare them for what happened when he was arrested and the flock fled. We will also discuss the characteristics, attitudes, and functions of both good and bad shepherds in light of the trial narratives. Other major biblical texts about shepherding, including Psalm 23, will be illustrated. This conference will include a walk in the museum’s archaeological garden following the verses of Psalm 23, as well as a Biblical Meal. For more information and to register for this conference please call 706-885-0363.
Follow the Cross WalksMarch 2 - April 3These special walks during the Easter season follow the events of Passion Week. From the Triumphal Entry and the Last Supper, to the arrest of Jesus in the Garden of Gethsemane, and culminating in the Resurrection, these docent-led tours will bring new insight and understanding to these central events of the life of Jesus. To make group reservations, or for more information, please call us at 706-885-0363.
Easter Sunrise Celebration at the Tomb of the ResurrectionSunday April 4, 2010 7:00 AMJoin us for a sunrise celebration of the Resurrection in our Scripture Garden. Experience this joyful occasion in our unique setting, There will be music, a short message by Dr. Fleming, and live dramatic scenes to make this an Easter experience like no other.
PublicationsAlso, see and read our newsletters and Dr. Fleming's "Diggings" as well as photos from one of our latest Israel trips. |
