Humans have left clues of our existence throughout time, leaving behind burials, artifacts and written records that hint at our evolution, beliefs, practices and cultures. Studying the archaeological record shows us that the oldest known bones belonging to Homo sapiens are 300,000 years old, or that the world’s oldest civilizations arose at least 6,000 years ago.
Whether you’re looking for facts about the ancient Egyptians, the discovery of an ancient human skull, a gold hoard dating to the fall of the Roman Empire or how the latest technology is helping us find hidden pyramids, Live Science's expert science writers and editors are here to give you the latest coverage on our past with archaeology news, articles and features.
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Metal money wasn't just for the rich in Bronze Age Europe, study finds
What did Bronze Age people do with all that bronze? New research revives old arguments about the nature of money
3,600-year-old jewelry and weapon hoard found under field in Czech Republic
Archaeologists used metal detectors to find the hoard, which includes several pieces of jewelry and weapons.
3,500-year-old tablet in Turkey turns out to be a shopping list
The excavation team in Turkey found a small, clay tablet that detailed a large furniture purchase. Experts said the finding may provide clues to the area's socioeconomic condition in the Late Bronze period.
17th-century home and silver spoon from 'affluent household' found in Colonial Williamsburg
The home, which was built around 1660, would have been owned by an affluent family based on the artifacts found there.
Ancient Egyptians used a hydraulic lift to build their 1st pyramid, controversial study claims
A massive water-treatment facility located near the Nile River may have been used to build the pyramid of Djoser.
Identity of 2,200-year-old skeleton in 'Tomb of Cerberus' is a mystery
Archaeologists have found a shrouded skeleton that was buried around 2,200 years ago in a tomb with extravagant murals.
Teotihuacan's 'Pyramid of the Moon' is aligned with the solstice sun, researchers argue
The "Pyramid of the Moon" in Teotihuacan, an ancient city in Mexico, may align with the solstice sun, a team argues.
12,500-year-old rock art 'canvas' in the Amazon reveals early Americans' connection with wildlife
Thousands of ochre rock drawings, including images of humans and animals morphing into one another, offer a striking glimpse at early life in the Amazon.
