A massive city wall from the Hellenistic period defended the city. The Persian period is represented by blocks of private housing and dye installations. The Iron II Phoenician town has yielded an impressive series of gateways. Iron I material of the Sea Peoples town includes a possible bread-kneading trough and monumental public building. Dor was also the site of a small Crusader fort and a Byzantine Bishopric.
Participants receive training in all aspects of excavation methods and recording techniques.
This practical experience is supplemented by a lecture series on the history and culture of ancient Israel, tours of important sites such as Jerusalem, Megiddo, Hazor, and Akko, and visits to local museums. Applicants should be in good physical health and able to work outdoors during the summer in a team setting. Travel to the site from Ben-Gurion Airport, and back, can be easily and inexpensively accomplished by bus via the town of Hadera. Full tuition is due June 1, 1998. Forwarded on behalf of the undersigned, to whom responses and inquiries should be directed.