How many of the famous “Seven Wonders of the Ancient World” can you name off the top of your head? When were these colossal buildings and monuments constructed? What methods were used in their creation? Who assembled this list, and why is it so renowned? How many of these architectural feats still exist today? Join biblical scholar and archaeologist Nate Ramsayer as he leads audience members on a brief tour of the ancient Near East, stopping at all seven locations. Each of these creations produced a sense of awe for the beholder and great sentiment of pride for the community and culture who created them—come share in the fascination of the most renowned monuments in all of history!

Doors open at 6:45 for visitors to tour the museum.  A brief business meeting at 7:15 is followed by the talk at 7:30.  Free and open to the public.

About the Speaker:

Nate Ramsayer is a freelance biblical studies instructor, giving guest lectures at churches, synagogues, senior communities, schools, and universities around the country. He holds an M.A. degree in Hebrew Bible and the ancient Near East from Brandeis University. He is also an active archaeologist who has excavated at seven sites around the world, focusing mainly in Israel during the Bronze and Iron Ages. Nate’s scholarly research interests include: biblical composition and manuscript history, ancient Near Eastern myths, and exploring points at which the archaeological record confirms or is at tension with the narrative found in the Bible. He has also worked extensively in the field of the Dead Sea Scrolls, presenting papers, giving lectures, working with museum exhibits, and even researching at the Qumran caves where the scrolls were found. Additionally, Nate is an accomplished professional singer in Boston, performing regularly with the BSO and Boston Pops, as well as being active in musical theater. Other Nate fun facts: he is a former karaoke host, samurai sword tournament champion, and one of America’s top-scoring Ms. Pac-Man players.