Unearthing the Past with Artificial Intelligence

Program Type:

Government

Age Group:

Adults
  • Registration is required for this event.
  • Registration will open on June 10, 2026 @ 7:00pm.
  • Mahwah Library cardholders receive priority registration for this event.

Program Description

Event Details

 Come learn how AI is transforming archaeology by significantly expanding researchers’ ability to discover, analyze, and interpret the past. We'll discuss how AI, using technologies like satellite imaging and LiDAR scanning, can help archaeologists identify hidden cities and ancient structures buried beneath forests, deserts, and modern landscapes. We'll aso dive into how AI can also help archaeologists reconstruct broken artifacts through 3D modeling, decipher ancient languages by recognizing linguistic patterns, and analyze massive scientific datasets such as ancient DNA and environmental records, and so much more! 

Disclaimer(s)

Registration Required

Registration is required for this event.  Registration opens for Mahwah library cardholders four weeks before the date of the event.  If you don't have a card, visit the Library to sign up today.  Our neighbors are welcome to register two weeks before the event.