Local Historical Societies

 If it is difficult to get out, but you still wish to get immersed in history, check your local historical society out on YouTube. The Detroit Historical Society is one which operates a channel, https://www.youtube.com/c/DetroitHistoricalSociety. They have over 500 videos! This is an excellent way to plan for an urban exploration.

The Open University

 https://www.open.edu/openlearn/history-the-arts/free-courses?filter=date/grid/78/all/all/all/all

There are so many unique course offering in history listed, you are bound to find one you love. These are not the typical U.S. or World History 101 classes. A Few sample course titles: 

Exploring the history of prisoner education 

What do historians do?

Who gets to be a human? Religion in colonial histories and Indigenous resistance

 

 

Harvard History Courses

 Many history topics are available to study for free through Harvard University: 

https://pll.harvard.edu/subject/history/free

This would be a great way to spend free time this summer if a beach book isn't your thing. Listen to the great teachers here and learn about a topic you love. 

Getting Immersed in History

 The National Park Service offers volunteer opportunities across the nation and its territories in parks, regional offices, and programs. 

https://www.nps.gov/subjects/archeology/volunteering.htm

Make your passion a valuable addition to the park service. Volunteer to join a dig as a way to live the history you read about. In most cases it is a great addition to a resume or can help you to stay active. There are so many choices, you are bound to find the perfect fit.

Good News

 169 artifacts have been returned to Peru this year from 13 different countries, including Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Luxembourg, and Italy. 

https://andina.pe/ingles/noticia-peru-foreign-ministry-hands-169-repatriated-artifacts-from-13-countries-to-culture-sector-1068822.aspx

Major ancient sarcophagus discovered in heart of Dubrovnik

 A major archaeological discovery has been made in the historic centre of Dubrovnik, as a large sarcophagus measuring approximately two metres in length has been unearthed in front of the iconic Dubrovnik Cathedral.

https://www.croatiaweek.com/dubrovnik-sarcophagus-late-antiquity-discovery/