Balkan Heritage Field School

Balkan Heritage Field School Learn about field archaeology, heritage conservation, history and arts while enjoying SE Europe! many UNESCO World Heritage sites).

Balkan Heritage Field School (BHFS) is an educational program of the Balkan Heritage Foundation in the fields of archaeology, art history and historic preservation. Since 2008 it has conducted 135 field schools in Bulgaria, Greece, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Serbia and Slovenia, attended by more than 2200 students from nearly 70 countries. The BHFS field schools are targeted for students and you

ng professionals, but we also welcome anyone interested in study and preservation of cultural heritage. All field school projects enable participants to gain hands-on experience, knowledge and skills and to broaden their cultural and social horizons while discovering the ancient Balkan civilizations and enjoying authentic local hospitality. Fields schools are taught in English by prominent specialists from around the globe. They include various excursions to the most attractive Balkan historical sites and cities (incl.

The very first season of our archaeological adventure at Tell Nenova has officially begun and is running at full speed!W...
10/08/2026

The very first season of our archaeological adventure at Tell Nenova has officially begun and is running at full speed!

We are working at one of Europe's largest unexplored tell sites, featuring an exceptional 10 to 12-meter sequence of human history. Our massive project focuses on the Early Bronze Age (3rd millennium BCE). Together with a large, passionate team of international students and specialists, we are actively uncovering the intact cultural layers of this incredible settlement mound, exploring everything from ancient household structures to the surrounding landscapes to piece together how this prehistoric society lived and thrived.

Stay tuned for more!

22/07/2026

50 years of discovery at Tell Yunatsite! On 16 Jul 2026 Dr. Kamen Boyadzhiev marked the milestone with a public lecture

16/07/2026

„50 години археологически проучвания на Селищна могила Юнаците (1976–2026).
Половин век открития от дълбините на времето“

През 2026 г. се навършват 50 години от началото на редовните археологически проучвания на Селищна могила Юнаците – един от най-значимите праисторически обекти в България и Югоизточна Европа.
Известен на науката от 1939 г., когато Васил Миков извършва първите сондажни проучвания, обектът разкрива културни пластове от няколко исторически епохи – Средновековие, римска епоха, желязна епоха, ранна бронзова епоха и халколит (каменно-медна епоха). След прекъсване по време на Втората световна война изследванията са възобновени през 1976 г. и вече пет десетилетия продължават като едни от най-значимите археологически изследвания в страната.
Проучванията се ръководят от Националния археологически институт с музей при БАН в партньорство с Регионален исторически музей – Пазарджик. В тях през годините участват български и чуждестранни специалисти, а от 2013 г. ежегодно се провежда и полева археологическа школа „В търсене на най-ранната европейска цивилизация: Селищна могила Юнаците“, в която се обучават студенти, специалисти и доброволци от различни държави организирани от Фондация „Балканско наследство“.

По повод юбилея Регионален исторически музей – Пазарджик има удоволствието да Ви покани на публична лекция:
„50 години археологически проучвания на Селищна могила Юнаците (1976–2026).
Половин век открития от дълбините на времето“.
Лектор: доц. д-р Камен Бояджиев – Национален археологически институт с музей при БАН, научен ръководител на археологическата експедиция „Селищна могила Юнаците“.
Дата: 16 юли 2026 г.
Час: 17,30 ч.
Място: Конферентна зала на Регионален исторически музей – Пазарджик, пл. „Константин Величков“ №15.
По време на лекцията ще бъдат представени най-значимите резултати от петдесетгодишната изследователска дейност, важните археологически открития и приносът им за изучаването и опазването на културно-историческото наследство.

Събитието е открито за всички, които проявяват интерес към археологията, историята и културното наследство.

Ще се радваме да споделите с нас този значим юбилей и заедно да отбележим половин век научни търсения, открития и приноси към познанието за най-ранните земеделски общества в Европа.

That's a wrap on another incredible season at Apollonia Pontica!Over the past weeks, participants gained hands-on excava...
09/07/2026

That's a wrap on another incredible season at Apollonia Pontica!

Over the past weeks, participants gained hands-on excavation experience while contributing to the ongoing research of one of the oldest Greek colonies on the Black Sea coast. Thank you to everyone who joined us—we can't wait to see what next season brings!

The conservation journey has begun! 🏺✨We're excited to welcome this year's participants to the Workshop for Conservation...
29/06/2026

The conservation journey has begun! 🏺✨

We're excited to welcome this year's participants to the Workshop for Conservation of Ancient Greek Pottery at the National Archaeological Reserve Deultum - Debelt. Over the coming days, they will gain hands-on experience conserving ancient ceramic vessels while learning from experienced conservators and archaeologists.

We wish everyone an inspiring and successful field school!

🌊⚓ Our very first Underwater Archaeology Field School in Malta is officially underway!We are thrilled by the incredible ...
22/06/2026

🌊⚓ Our very first Underwater Archaeology Field School in Malta is officially underway!

We are thrilled by the incredible interest in this new programme, which reached full capacity before it even began. The first days have been a great success, with participants already gaining hands-on experience and exploring Malta's rich underwater heritage.

We look forward to sharing more highlights from the field soon!

Sun, smiles and stratigraphy - the Archaeology of Apollonia Pontica 2026 field school is underway! Our international tea...
19/06/2026

Sun, smiles and stratigraphy - the Archaeology of Apollonia Pontica 2026 field school is underway!
Our international team is hard at work excavating the 5th-3rd c. BCE site of Messarite in Sozopol, Bulgaria. Today’s highlights: careful recording of pottery contexts, finds processing workshops and on‑site discussions. Huge thanks to our students, volunteers and instructors for bringing energy, curiosity and teamwork to every square metre.
Stay tuned for updates on finds, field tips and behind‑the‑scenes moments!

🎉 The Workshop for Physicochemical Analysis of Metal Objects and Ceramics has come to a successful close!Over two inspir...
13/06/2026

🎉 The Workshop for Physicochemical Analysis of Metal Objects and Ceramics has come to a successful close!

Over two inspiring weeks in Athens, participants gained hands-on experience with advanced analytical techniques, explored cultural heritage through science, and built valuable international connections.

Thank you to everyone who made this enriching experience possible. Until next time!

12/06/2026

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