Joukowsky Institute for Archaeology and the Ancient World

Collections

The Joukowsky Institute possesses a permanent collection of ancient artifacts acquired over the course of the three decades of existence of the Center for Old World Archaeology and Art, which the Institute replaced. These artifacts are an important resource for hands-on teaching and are incorporated into coursework, undergraduate and graduate student projects and exhibits, and outreach activities.

Collections

The Joukowsky Institute possesses a permanent collection of ancient artifacts acquired over the course of the three decades of existence of the Center for Old World Archaeology and Art, which the Institute replaced. These artifacts are an important resource for hands-on teaching and are incorporated into coursework, undergraduate and graduate student projects and exhibits, and outreach activities.

Students drawing objects from JIAAW Collection

Rhode Island Hall was built with exhibits in mind. The building includes display areas on all floors and the Institute is proud to host a constantly changing variety of exhibits. In addition to physical exhibits, we have started producing more virtual content. These digital exhibits complement and expand on our substantial collection of multimedia projects and slideshow galleries.

The Joukowsky Institute's collection of approximately 10,000 ancient coins and more than 2,000 other objects can be accessed by appointment, or during one of the Institute's frequent View the Vault events, in which the community is invited to explore the objects in storage with the guidance of experienced docents. Many of the artifacts are also rotated in and out of the various exhibits showcased throughout Rhode Island Hall and in other locations around campus.

The Joukowsky Institute is not actively acquiring new objects for its collections. Those who might be interested in donating archaeological artifacts, art, or other materials are encouraged to contact Brown University's Haffenreffer Museum of Anthropology.

The JIAAW Collection Catalog

The Joukowsky Institute possesses a collection of artifacts acquired by various means over the course of the three decades of existence of the Center for Old World Archaeology and Art, which the Institute replaced. This collection includes approximately 10,000 ancient coins and more than 2,000 other objects, ranging in date from the Neolithic to the modern day, and generally Mediterranean in origin.

Art and Artifacts of Rhode Island Hall

Rhode Island Hall includes display areas on all floors and the Institute is proud to host a constantly changing variety of exhibits curated and installed by Brown faculty, students (both undergraduate and graduate) and collaborating artists.

Galleries and Digital Projects

Students, faculty, and staff have created a variety of films, online exhibits, podcasts, slideshows, and other multimedia projects on topics ranging from Rhode Island Hall, to field projects in Armenia.