Where the Middle Ages Begin
The Higgins Collection—one of America’s most distinctive assemblies of arms and armor—has finally reopened to the public at the Worcester Art Museum. Its new galleries offer flashes of the old museum’s spirit, along with choices that may surprise longtime admirers.
What everyday objects did people use in the Middle Ages? From clothing and household necessities to tools for work and warfare, these 25 medieval items were essential to daily life and shaped how people lived, ate, and survived.
Delve into the pivotal figures of the Middle Ages whose enduring legacies shaped the course of history. From visionary leaders and profound scholars to prolific writers and formidable warriors, these individuals left an indelible mark on medieval society.
Discover the 50 most significant events of the Middle Ages, spanning the years 500 to 1500.
Here are seven vivid facts about colour in the Middle Ages
In medieval times, many unique jobs, such as Ale-wife and Groom of the Stool, were essential but have since vanished. Discover these obsolete occupations and how historical changes led to their disappearance.
Are you wanting to talk more like someone from the Middle Ages? We have a list of 30 great sayings and proverbs that you can use in your conversations.
Have you wondered what a medieval king did on a typical day? Thanks to Christine de Pizan, we have an account of what daily life was like for King Charles V of France.
Some of our most popular phrases have a long history, including some that go back to the Middle Ages.
Want to know what kind of jobs there were in the Middle Ages? A unique source from the 15th century gives us some beautiful images of medieval people at work.
This interdisciplinary, cultural perspective on the relation of courtly love and the representation of women in Marie de France’s Lais puts the discourse of courtly love and its image of women in the Lais into a dialogue with the historical representation of women in the Coutumes de Beauvaisis
The Genoese Colonies In Front Of The Turkish Advance (1453-1475) By Giustina Olgiati Ankara Üniversitesi Dil ve Tarih-Coğrafya Fakültesi Tarih Bölümü Tarih Araştırmaları…
Modern research has conclusively established that the battle of Antiochad-Maenderum in Phrygia, considered to be the third most hotly contested confrontation between the Byzantines and the Seljuks since Manzikert (Malasgirt) in 1071 and Myriocephalum (Çardak) in 1176, took place is the spring or early summer of A.D. 1211 and not in A.D. 1210, as it was previously believed
Traditionally, the bishops who held office during the civil war which dominated King Stephen’s reign (1135-1154) have been considered weak and ineffective
Amor vs. Roma: Cathars and the Birth of the Inquisition From the CBC Radio series Ideas, this 2-part show examines the rise and…
Soldier Biographies and Family Chronicles: Uncovering Lost Sources of the Middle Byzantine Period By Kyle Sinclair Rosetta, Issue 9: Suppl. (2011) Introduction: As…
Barbarian interest in the Excerpta Latina Barbari By Benjamin Garstad Early Medieval Europe, Vol.19:1 (2011) Abstract: Joseph Justus Scaliger dubbed the text of…
Some general hypoteses on English Medieval peasant house construction from the 7th to the 17th centuries By Stuart Wrathmell Ruralia, Vol.4 (2001) Introduction:…
Remnants of an ornate medieval painting dating back to the 14th century have been discovered at Oystermouth Castle, near the Welsh town of…
Archaeologists in Israel have discovered a 1500 year old building in the historic city of Acre (also known as Akko). The Israel Antiquities…
From Camelot to Sherwood Forest, Lorraine Stock has taken students on a host of literary adventures. Now, the University of Houston associate professor…
The Holkham Bible Picture Book and the Bible Moralisée By John Lowden The Medieval Book Glosses from Friends and Colleagues of Christopher de…
Protection, Feud and Royal Power: Violence and its Regulation in English Law, c. 850 – c. 1250 By Thomas B. Lambert PhD Dissertation,…
This thesis examines the historia works of Bede in the light of the influence of genre and rhetoric on the construction of their narratives.
When it comes to history, especially medieval history, the awards and accolades are usually reserved for the professional scholar – those with multiple…
Edward I in Scotland: 1296-1305 By Fiona Watson PhD Dissertation, University of Glasgow, 1991 Abstract: This thesis sets out to investigate the activities…
In celebration of Colmcille Day, the Northern Ireland city of Derry is hosting a lecture by Gilbert Markus on “Place Names and Saints’…
Two medieval art historians from Arizona have been using infrared photography – utilizing the invisible rays just beyond the red end of the…
Archaeological work is set to start in the northeastern English town of North Tyneside, which hopes to reveal the location of a medieval…
Paul Patterson, assistant professor of English at St.Joseph University, has been awarded $8,200 to pursue his personal project, an edition of the Mirror…
Game of Thrones Review – “BAELOR” Off With His Head! In this week’s episode of Game of Thrones, Cat makes a deal, Dany…
The Anglo-Norman aristocracy under divided Lordship, 1087-1106: a social and political study By Neil Strevett PhD Dissertation, University of Glasgow, 2005 Abstract: This…
The following study aims to record and assess the achievements of one such bishop – Hugh of Wells, for twenty-six years occupant of the see of Lincoln.
Regional variation in Finnish lake and hill names By Antti Leino Nordiske navnes centralitet og regionalitet (2007) Abstract: The Finnish basic map, and…
A sweeping exploration of pre-modern African history, this book traces the continent’s cultures, migrations, and identities. It blends rigorous research with personal reflection to highlight Africa’s global influence and enduring legacy.
This week on The Medieval Podcast, Danièle speaks with Heather Blurton about how Richard’s contemporaries saw him, the wild stories told about him in the later Middle Ages, and why we still just can’t get enough of this controversial king.
This week on The Medieval Podcast, Danièle speaks with Steve Tibble about who the Assassins were, what tactics they used in the Middle Ages, and what this legendary order stood for.
It’s the most wonderful time of the year: time to celebrate the best medieval books of 2025. This week, Danièle speaks with Peter Konieczny, editor of Medievalists.net, about their favourite reads this year – and she announces some exciting news about the future of The Medieval Podcast.
A conversation with Ed Watts about his recent book, The Romans: A 2,000 Year History, which covers two millennia of Roman history, down to 1204 AD.
This week on The Medieval Podcast, Danièle speaks with Ayoush Lazikani about what – and who – medieval people across the world believed the moon to be.
A conversation with Mark Roosien about the earthquakes that struck Constantinople in late antiquity and about how emperors and the people of the City reacted to them in the moment. We focus on the church liturgies that commemorated and tried to make sense of them.
