Beginning with the construction of the Via Appia in the fourth century BC, all roads led to Rome. Let's examine the individual roads, Salaria, Flaminia, Aurelia, and many more, and...

Once in power Mussolini unearthed many monuments from ancient Rome.  But how did he use his interest in archaeology and Rome's past to glorify himself and underline his dominance?  We'll...

One of the best preserved Roman- era cities from the empire, Geresh is a stunning example of an imperial-era city.  Located just an hour outside of Amman, this impressive town...

The colossus of Nero was Rome's most famous colossal statue of bronze.  But Rome was originally filled with a forest of gold, silver, and gold statuary of larger than life-size...

The high point of any Roman general's career was to celebrate a decisive military victory with an extravagant parade within the heart of Rome. But how did it all work?...

The cultural and artistic "rebirth" of Rome - the Renaissance- was indebted to a newfound study and appreciation of ancient Rome. Let's look at some of the striking discoveries, from...

The Roman Empire was an impressive organization that worked on international and local levels. But how did the actual economy function? We'll take a look at coinage, taxation, and trade,...

Roman art didn't develop in a vacuum, but was influenced by other people: Greeks, Etruscans, Italians. But what is it about Roman art that is distinctly Roman? We'll take a...

Before the rise of Rome, there were the 7 ancient wonders of the world.  With Rome's success, there was the discussion of Rome's dominance and its amazing structures - without...

Besides the public venues, the bath complexes, the Circus Maximus, temple precincts, forum spaces and imperial palaces, what was life actually like on the streets of Rome? Let's examine the...

Early Rome was divided into 4 regions, but by the reign of Augustus is had become far larger. In overhauling the entire city, Augustus also divided the city into 14...

The Roman Empire's expanse was legendary - huge and sprawling expanse. But even the Romans knew their limits. Let's look at the furthest extent of the Roman Empire and how...

The streets of Ancient Rome were dangerous, dirty, and full of life. Let's look at the archaeological remains as well as the ancient sources to evoke the street life of...

Rome's reach extended over three continents. Romans not only affected the conquered territory's cities but also introduced their own. But what made an urban environment truly Roman? We'll examine a...

One of the most famous mosaics from the Ancient world is the Alexander Mosaic. It represents a copy of a painting of a real battle fought between Alexander the Great...

Let's see some of the locations we've been filming for the Via Appia documentary project in the month of August.  You'll be surprised at what we've discovered! Sign-up today for...

This is one of of the best preserved arches from ancient Rome. Through an examination of the details, we will learn about Septimius Severus' conquest of Parthia. We can also...

On the Caelian hill, let's explore the little known domicile structures (domus, insula) that became the location of the Church SS. Giovanni e Paolo. Part of a new underground Rome...

San Clemente is like a time elevator. Let's enter the Medieval church, then descend into the early Christian church remains, and finally descend into the Ancient Roman layers- warehouse and...

Ostia means ‘mouths’ or 'doors/openings' in ancient Latin, and Rome’s original port was so-called because it was at the one mouths of the Tiber river, and where goods destined for...

A new exhibit of Roman exhibits allows us to examine the production and varieties of mosaics created in imperial Rome in public, private, and religious settings. Sign-up today for access:

This recent exhibit demonstrates the wide range of Italic cultures subsumed under Rome. Etruscan, Samnite, Oscan, Greek, and more - we can explore the resilience of these people of Italy,...

Why was this religion so profoundly present in Rome and its port city?  How to access our Masterclasses: Contribute $100 for each Masterclass: Major donors ($500 or more) are automatically...

One of the great examples of recycled history in Rome is the reuse of ancient statuary to anonymously complain about the problems of Rome. Join in for a look at...

Let's examine a number of the early Christian sites and monuments in Rome, tracking the rise of this religion within the city walls. Sign-up today for access:

We'll consider the rising sea, Tiber Island, increased temperatures, extreme weather changes, long term effect of Rome's floodwalls, as well as new initiatives like the new Colosseum floor.  How to...

Let's look at one of Rome's most famous monuments. The Arch of Constantine contains art from lost arches (Hadrian, Domitian or Trajan, Marcus Aurelius). Let's look at what's original and...

Rome boasts three triumphal arches: Titus, Septimius Severus, and Constantine. But so many others have been lost. Let's reconstruct these arches and their histories. Sign-up today for access:

So much art has been looted from Italy over the years.  Let's examine some of the more recent successes of Italy's Art Theft department, and the new museums and exhibits...

This past week, Rome presented the findings from a 4 year excavation next to the Baths of Caracalla, in search of the earliest traces of the Via Appia, built in...

Rome has its share of reconstructed monuments. Let's take a look at some of the most well-known sites subject to reconstruction in light of the new work at the Basilica...

In light of the recent show on Domitian, we'll examine the rule of Domitian (and his short-reigning older brother), including a discussion on recent scholarly attempts to rehabilitate the reigns...