Winchester Cathedral Reburies Medieval Remains Linked to Royals and Bishops
Winchester Cathedral is reinterring remains from its famous mortuary chests after more than a decade of scientific analysis, with new findings on early medieval royals and bishops expected in 2026.
Hidden Beneath Plaster, Medieval Frescoes Re-emerge in an Albanian Church
Medieval frescoes long hidden beneath plaster and limewash are re-emerging inside the Byzantine monastery church of Agios Nikolaos (Saint Nicholas) in Mesopotamos, Albania. Conservators have uncovered previously unknown paintings near the ceiling, revealing figures and faces.
Lost Medieval Painting Rediscovered at Hexham Abbey
Hexham Abbey in northern England has unveiled a lost medieval painting, thought to be part of the Dance of Death, using advanced imaging technology.
Medieval Church in England Takes First Step Toward Restoration
A 14th-century church in Thetford, England, is set to be restored after decades of neglect, with plans to transform the medieval building into a community space.
New Medieval Books: Bastions of the Cross
This book sheds light on several lesser-known medieval churches in northern Ethiopia. It offers fresh insights into the region’s architectural and artistic heritage.
Hagia Sophia’s Dome Undergoes Restoration to Withstand Earthquakes
Turkish authorities have begun restoring the dome of Hagia Sophia to improve its earthquake resilience—a major project for the nearly 1,500-year-old structure with a long history of seismic damage.
How Robots and Drones Could Help Save Medieval Cathedrals
Forty years after a fire damaged York Minster, new technology like robot dogs and drones is being tested to protect medieval buildings from future disasters.
Medieval Manx Crosses Return to Jurby Church on the Isle of Man
Two early medieval Manx Crosses have been rediscovered and returned to Jurby Church on the Isle of Man, now displayed in a specially designed cabinet. The church also features new accessibility improvements and exhibitions celebrating its long history.
Digital Technology Helps Solve a 12th-Century Mystery: Which of Barisanus of Trani’s Bronze Doors Came First?
A team of researchers has used cutting-edge scientific tools to help solve a long-standing mystery in medieval art history: the chronological order of the monumental bronze doors created by the 12th-century artisan Barisanus of Trani.
Medieval Bible Returns to Salisbury Cathedral After Nearly 800 Years
The Sarum Master Bible, a rare and exquisitely illuminated 13th-century manuscript, has returned to Salisbury Cathedral in England nearly 800 years after it was created.
Laughing at Evil: The Hidden Purpose of Gargoyles
Gargoyles aren’t just eerie stone figures—they were medieval weapons against evil, using fear, satire, and mockery to protect both buildings and beliefs.
New Medieval Books: In Search of Norfolk’s First Stone Churches
What materials were used to build churches in the Middle Ages? This book offers a study of 649 churches in the English county of Norfolk, revealing what kind of stone they used, some of which was recycled from Roman buildings.
Hidden in Plain Sight: A Medieval Fresco Shows Islamic Tents Used in Christian Churches
A forgotten fresco in an Italian church has revealed a surprising medieval practice—Islamic tents were used to cover Christian altars. The 13th-century fresco, recently rediscovered in Ferrara, Italy, is believed to be the only known depiction of this tradition, shedding new light on the connections between Christian and Islamic artistic influences in medieval Europe.
Medieval Treasures of Lithuania Unearthed in Vilnius Cathedral
A cache of medieval royal regalia, hidden for over 80 years, has been uncovered in Vilnius Cathedral, revealing the splendour of the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth.
Archaeologists Explore Medieval French Church
Saint-Philibert Church in Dijon, France, is revealing centuries of history as archaeologists excavate up to three metres below its floor to assess the health of its foundations.
Medieval Cathedral Transformed with Stunning New Lighting
A medieval Italian masterpiece, the Cathedral of Monreale, has undergone a dramatic transformation, unveiling a remarkable new look thanks to an advanced lighting renovation.
Medieval Saint Eanswythe’s Relics Returned to Rest in England
The relics of Saint Eanswythe, a 7th-century Anglo-Saxon princess and one of England’s earliest saints, have been returned to their original resting place in Folkestone. Hidden for centuries to escape destruction, her remains were rediscovered and studied, shedding new light on the life of this remarkable medieval figure.
Medieval Frescoes Discovered in Slovakia
In a surprising revelation, medieval frescoes have been uncovered in the Slovakian village of Sása. The frescoes were found in the sacristy of the Church of St. Catherine of Alexandria, which was constructed in the 13th century.
Armenia’s oldest church discovered
Archaeologists from Germany and Armenia have made a remarkable discovery in the ancient Armenian city of Artaxata: the remains of a previously unknown early Christian church.
The Strange Medieval Sculptures of Nidaros Cathedral
By Nancy Bazilchuk Noblemen and women, in fancy clothing and pearls – but with dragon wings and tails. A laughing man with a…
New Medieval Books: Saving Michelangelo’s Dome
Examines the efforts to repair and restore the dome atop St. Peter’s Basilica in Rome in the 18th century. The book also delves into how this church was designed and built during the 15th and 16th centuries.
Medieval Church in Venice sold
The historic Church of the Abbey of Misericordia, a medieval landmark in Venice, has been sold. After serving as a religious site for over a thousand years, the building has for decades been used as a movie set and exhibition space.
Lost Crusader Altar Found in Jerusalem
Researchers have unearthed a massive medieval altar in Jerusalem’s Church of the Holy Sepulchre, a site revered by Christians. Remarkably, this lost treasure had been hidden in plain sight for centuries.
Fire damages spire at Rouen Cathedral
Rouen Cathedral, which dates back to the 12th century, suffered a small amount of damage when a fire broke out yesterday in its spire. The structure was undergoing restoration work at the time.
