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Ciclo de conferencias 'The Museum of the Depths': Unveiling Underwater Archaeology at ARQVA

Monthly expert lectures at ARQVA explore significant underwater archaeology and maritime history (Oct 2025–Jun 2026).

ARQVA proudly presents 'El Museo de las Profundidades', a compelling conference cycle exploring significant underwater archaeological finds. This academic collaboration with Universidad Internacional Menéndez Pelayo features nine monthly expert lectures. Delve into ancient artifacts and maritime history research from October 2025 to June 2026.

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Exhibition summary

A monthly conference cycle titled 'The Museum of the Depths' will be held at the National Museum of Underwater Archaeology (ARQVA) from October 2025 to June 2026. This academic event, in collaboration with the Universidad Internacional Menéndez Pelayo, will feature 9 lectures focusing on significant underwater archaeological discoveries.

Curatorial context

The National Museum of Underwater Archaeology (ARQVA) presents 'El Museo de las Profundidades' (The Museum of the Depths), a cycle of academic conferences held in collaboration with the Universidad Internacional Menéndez Pelayo. This event will span from October 2025 through June 2026, with one lecture presented each month. The cycle aims to delve into remarkable pieces and discoveries from the underwater archaeological world. Each conference will be led by experts, including museum conservators, technicians from the Ministry of Culture, and archaeologists, who will present their research and insights on various significant finds. Topics range from the Riace Bronzes and the Antikythera Mechanism to the Lighthouse of Alexandria, the Sancti Petri Thoracata, and the treasures of galleons.

Admission and ticket notes

Entry to the conference cycle lectures is free and open to the public until full capacity is reached. The event takes place in the museum's assembly hall.

Ciclo de conferencias "El Museo de las Profundidades" key exhibition facts

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Venue
Museo Nacional de Artes Decorativas
Current status
Completed
Exhibition schedule
Oct 8, 2025 – Jun 10, 2026
Artist line / attribution
Speakers include Cristina Guerrero (Ministry of Culture), Carlos Franco (Museo Nacional de Arte Romano de Mérida), Esther Pons (Museo Arqueológico Nacional de Madrid), Juan Pinedo (Arqueomar), Eduardo Galán (Museo Arqueológico Nacional), José María Murciano (Museo Nacional de Arte Romano de Mérida), Mª Dolores López de la Orden (Museo de Cádiz), Adrián Baeza (independent researcher), and Paloma Sánchez (Ministry of Culture).
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