On-site learning with David Stuart

Maya Field Workshops introduce you to the world of Maya archaeology and epigraphy in intensive, on-site seminars. Led by renowned archaeologist David Stuart of the University of Texas at Austin, we focus not on tours and traveling, but on a concentrated learning experience at a single place.  We visit an area rich in cultural heritage for a full week where participants take part in a unique, hands-on intellectual and cultural exploration of ancient Maya civilization.

Over six days you will become immersed in  ancient history and culture. A key part of your experience will be the opportunity to learn about  ancient Maya communities in their original, genuine settings. Come join us and explore Maya archeology, epigraphy and , among the most important of all ancient Maya cities.

David Stuart has been a key player in the decipherment of Maya script since a young age. He has conducted research in the Maya world for over two decades, in collaboration with numerous colleagues, and is the co-author (with his father, George Stuart) of the critically acclaimed book Palenque: Eternal City of the Maya.  Most recently in 2011 The Order of Days: The Maya World and the Truth About 2012 was released.

Our week-long inaugural workshop in the Spring of 2009 focused on Palenque, México, one of the most fascinating and beautiful of all ancient Maya cities. The Fall of 2009 brought us to Copán, Honduras for another week of on site study and we returned to Palenque in the Fall of 2010.  We recently completed our first Yucatan, Mexico workshop where we visited the ancient cities of Cobá, Chichen Itzá and Ek Balam. In future years we foresee field workshops rotating between important Maya sites such as Palenque, Mexico, Copán, Honduras, and Tikal, Guatemala with other exciting possibilities in the works.

To ensure a high-quality experience for all, participation in the Maya Field Workshop is limited, so please contact us at  mayafieldworkshops@gmail.com for more information as soon as you decide to join us.