More Than Just Mosaics: The Ancient Synagogue at Huqoq in Galilee

Since 2011, Professor Jodi Magness has been directing excavations in the ancient village of Huqoq in Israel's Galilee. The excavations have brought to light the remains of a monumental Late Roman (fifth century) synagogue building that is paved with stunning and unique mosaics, including depictions of the biblical hero Samson, Noah's Ark, and the first non-biblical story ever discovered decorating an ancient synagogue. The Kelso Museum of Near Eastern Archaeology will be open from 6:30-7:15 p.m. and after the lecture.