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Welcome to the MOLA blog. Explore our latest news, discoveries, stories and content. Our blog posts are created by archaeologists and specialists from across the organisation and cover a range of fascinating and informative topics. Browse our posts using the tags, join in the discussion and share with your network.

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Archaeology and Public Benefit Project Update 3: Dr Kate Faccia joins the team

Dr Sadie Watson
08.06.2020

Dr Kate Faccia has joined the 'Archaeology and Public Benefit' project team, and will be focusing on the widespread public consultation planned as part of this UKRI-funded project.

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Largest group of Early Neolithic pottery ever found in London dated using new technique

MOLA team
08.04.2020

A new radiocarbon dating technique has been used to confirm the age of the most noteworthy group of Early Neolithic pottery ever found in London.

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MOLA nominated for two Current Archaeology awards

MOLA team
10.01.2020

We’re thrilled to have been nominated in two categories for the 2020 Current Archaeology Awards: Research Project of the Year for Prittlewell, and Book of the Year for Wollaston.

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MOLA welcomes Dr Sara Perry as new Director of Research and Engagement

MOLA team
13.11.2019

We are delighted to announce the appointment of Dr Sara Perry as our new Director of Research and Engagement.

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A 360° look at an 18th Century Kiln from the Boar’s Head Excavation Site

MOLA team
28.10.2019

Our excavation of the site of the Boar's Head Playhouse for Unite Students has led to some fascinating discoveries, including an 18th Century kiln, which was used to make clay pipes. Our Geomatics team have put together a 360° view of the kiln.

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