Upcoming classes at the College of Marin (Community Ed Program) – both feature Armenia! The first class has a discount! Classes are held in Kentfield and Novato.
Ancient Anatolia, Persia and the Caucasus
Summary
In ancient near eastern studies, Egypt and Mesopotamia get all the press, and rightly deserved, however these societies had equally fascinating neighbors who often get overlooked. Anatolia, the Persian plateau, and the Caucasus gave rise to many cultures. These societies smelted bronze and eventually iron too, the greatest commodity in the ancient near eastern world. Join us weekly to learn about modern discoveries in the Caucasus republics of Georgia and Armenia, the ancient Assyrian civilization, the ancestors of the Persians, and the invasions of Alexander the Great!
6 Tuesdays 1:10-3PM, Kentfield Campus room AC 246
Aug 27 – Oct 1
$70 — discounted class!
Christian Art and Architecture of the Caucasus
Summary
Evidence of art and architecture in the Caucasus mountain region stretches far back into time. However, the best preserved sites date back to the middle ages. The kingdoms of Armenia and Georgia put great effort into their monastic art and architecture which today serve as a reminder of a once prosperous past. While these ensembles are religious sites, each building is considered an ‘encyclopedia of medieval art.’ Join us for these lectures on the art and architecture of the Caucasus!
4 Thursdays 1:10-3PM, IVC Campus (Novato)
Bldg 28B room 202
Sep 19 – Oct 10
$112
