Sharma Centre for Heritage Education, India
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We are a research Institute specialising in prehistory, and with a strong commitment to public outreach! Follow us for updates on Indian archaeology https://www.sharmaheritage.in
Check out this video on the much ignored yet fascinating world of grinding stones
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November 28, 2025 at 7:47 AM
Check out this video on the much ignored yet fascinating world of grinding stones
www.youtube.com/watch?v=DhFR...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=DhFR...
All about excavating! Check out our post on Instagram
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November 8, 2025 at 10:27 AM
All about excavating! Check out our post on Instagram
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Exciting news! The Sharma Centre for Heritage Education's pioneering archaeology work—from Attirampakkam excavations to stone tool workshops—has been featured in IIT Madras' Shaastra magazine! shaastramag.iitm.ac.in/special-feat...
November 4, 2025 at 9:11 AM
Exciting news! The Sharma Centre for Heritage Education's pioneering archaeology work—from Attirampakkam excavations to stone tool workshops—has been featured in IIT Madras' Shaastra magazine! shaastramag.iitm.ac.in/special-feat...
Diwali greetings from all at the Sharma Centre for Heritage Education sharmaheritage.in
October 19, 2025 at 11:14 AM
Diwali greetings from all at the Sharma Centre for Heritage Education sharmaheritage.in
From Bengaluru to Delhi, our team shared insights on Prehistory, Rock Art, Lithic Technology, and more, bringing archaeology closer to classrooms and communities. instagram.com/p/DP8hUIPAUz... pic.twitter.com/dRV2X8fxMAht...
October 18, 2025 at 9:40 AM
From Bengaluru to Delhi, our team shared insights on Prehistory, Rock Art, Lithic Technology, and more, bringing archaeology closer to classrooms and communities. instagram.com/p/DP8hUIPAUz... pic.twitter.com/dRV2X8fxMAht...
Lots of exciting lectures by our research scholars: Dr. Prachi Joshi delivered a guest lecture on the exciting topic of prehistoric India for students of Christ (Deemed to be University), Bengaluru
October 10, 2025 at 10:53 AM
Lots of exciting lectures by our research scholars: Dr. Prachi Joshi delivered a guest lecture on the exciting topic of prehistoric India for students of Christ (Deemed to be University), Bengaluru
From Trowels to Pixels: A 4-day special workshop was held for the Archaeological Staff of the Department of Archaeology, Government of Tamil Nadu, on 3D Modelling in Archaeology
September 17-20, 2025
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September 17-20, 2025
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October 9, 2025 at 6:38 AM
From Trowels to Pixels: A 4-day special workshop was held for the Archaeological Staff of the Department of Archaeology, Government of Tamil Nadu, on 3D Modelling in Archaeology
September 17-20, 2025
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#DigitalArchaeology #3DModelling #SCHE #ArchaeologyIndia
September 17-20, 2025
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New paper out: Traditional manufacture of granite grinding stones in South India: showing why grinding stones mattered for subsistence, ritual, and identity.
Read the full article here: doi.org/10.1080/0197...
#LithicTechnology #Neolithic #StoneCraft #ArchaeologyIndia #grindingstone
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#LithicTechnology #Neolithic #StoneCraft #ArchaeologyIndia #grindingstone
October 4, 2025 at 10:09 AM
New paper out: Traditional manufacture of granite grinding stones in South India: showing why grinding stones mattered for subsistence, ritual, and identity.
Read the full article here: doi.org/10.1080/0197...
#LithicTechnology #Neolithic #StoneCraft #ArchaeologyIndia #grindingstone
Read the full article here: doi.org/10.1080/0197...
#LithicTechnology #Neolithic #StoneCraft #ArchaeologyIndia #grindingstone
Marvelous interaction with educators from schools and colleges to discuss HOW archaeologists investigate the past- with a focus on Indian archaeology #sciencecommunication #publicoutreach www.instagram.com/p/DOVkWbwgU4...
September 8, 2025 at 10:06 AM
Marvelous interaction with educators from schools and colleges to discuss HOW archaeologists investigate the past- with a focus on Indian archaeology #sciencecommunication #publicoutreach www.instagram.com/p/DOVkWbwgU4...
#4 Thanks to the many wonderful government authorities of Tanzania, and to the Funding agencies. Read more in the images below!
September 4, 2025 at 11:20 AM
#4 Thanks to the many wonderful government authorities of Tanzania, and to the Funding agencies. Read more in the images below!
#3 Our knapping experiments investigated how these complex tools were made, with fascinating results on hominin behaviour.
September 4, 2025 at 11:18 AM
#3 Our knapping experiments investigated how these complex tools were made, with fascinating results on hominin behaviour.
#2 Universities and institutes in Spain and India collaborate to .investigate ancient stone tools at the TK Site Olduvai Gorge Here we discuss special technologies for manufacturing handaxes on slabs of the Naibor Soit Quartzites.
September 4, 2025 at 11:16 AM
#2 Universities and institutes in Spain and India collaborate to .investigate ancient stone tools at the TK Site Olduvai Gorge Here we discuss special technologies for manufacturing handaxes on slabs of the Naibor Soit Quartzites.
#1 New Publication! Kumar Akhilesh, Susana Rubio-Jara, Joaquín Panera, Manuel Santonja, Alfredo Pérez-González, Manuel Domínguez-Rodrigo, Patricia Bello-Alonso & Shanti Pappu. 2025.
link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s41982-025-00224-3#citeas
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September 4, 2025 at 11:15 AM
#1 New Publication! Kumar Akhilesh, Susana Rubio-Jara, Joaquín Panera, Manuel Santonja, Alfredo Pérez-González, Manuel Domínguez-Rodrigo, Patricia Bello-Alonso & Shanti Pappu. 2025.
link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s41982-025-00224-3#citeas
Read this thread...
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Read this thread...
Did you know? Cleavers, are stone tools noted in India from around 1.5 million years ago. They hold clues to ancient technologies and the lives of prehistoric populations during the Acheulean. Read more on :
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September 4, 2025 at 6:04 AM
Did you know? Cleavers, are stone tools noted in India from around 1.5 million years ago. They hold clues to ancient technologies and the lives of prehistoric populations during the Acheulean. Read more on :
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From basalt to grinding stones, this age-old craft in Maharashtra tells stories of heritage, food, and cultural continuity.
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#Archaeology #CulturalHeritage #GrindingStones #IndianTraditions #HeritageResearch #SCHE
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#Archaeology #CulturalHeritage #GrindingStones #IndianTraditions #HeritageResearch #SCHE
August 21, 2025 at 4:56 AM
From basalt to grinding stones, this age-old craft in Maharashtra tells stories of heritage, food, and cultural continuity.
Read the full article here: doi.org/10.1016/j.ja...
www.instagram.com/p/DNmqbMBhwo...
#Archaeology #CulturalHeritage #GrindingStones #IndianTraditions #HeritageResearch #SCHE
Read the full article here: doi.org/10.1016/j.ja...
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#Archaeology #CulturalHeritage #GrindingStones #IndianTraditions #HeritageResearch #SCHE
From stone tools to skill schools….. what can prehistoric practices teach us about learning today?
Discover our hands-on study on how skills were acquired in the deep past.. and today !
Read our publication on paleoanthropology.org/ojs/index.ph...
#Knapping
Discover our hands-on study on how skills were acquired in the deep past.. and today !
Read our publication on paleoanthropology.org/ojs/index.ph...
#Knapping
August 5, 2025 at 12:43 PM
From stone tools to skill schools….. what can prehistoric practices teach us about learning today?
Discover our hands-on study on how skills were acquired in the deep past.. and today !
Read our publication on paleoanthropology.org/ojs/index.ph...
#Knapping
Discover our hands-on study on how skills were acquired in the deep past.. and today !
Read our publication on paleoanthropology.org/ojs/index.ph...
#Knapping
Calling all Educators! Sign up for our special 1 day in person introduction to Archaeology! Scan the code for details!
July 22, 2025 at 1:17 PM
Calling all Educators! Sign up for our special 1 day in person introduction to Archaeology! Scan the code for details!
Our long-term ongoing research at the Palaeolithic site of Attirampakkam (ATM) Tamil Nadu is bringing alive new perspectives on our early ancestors...Enjoy this gorgeous handaxe... www.sharmaheritage.in
#IndianPrehistory #TamilNadu #Attirampakkam #Palaeolithic #SCHE
#IndianPrehistory #TamilNadu #Attirampakkam #Palaeolithic #SCHE
July 20, 2025 at 6:18 AM
Our long-term ongoing research at the Palaeolithic site of Attirampakkam (ATM) Tamil Nadu is bringing alive new perspectives on our early ancestors...Enjoy this gorgeous handaxe... www.sharmaheritage.in
#IndianPrehistory #TamilNadu #Attirampakkam #Palaeolithic #SCHE
#IndianPrehistory #TamilNadu #Attirampakkam #Palaeolithic #SCHE
Uncover the roots of Indian prehistory: one week at a time.
From stone tools to prehistoric cultures, our fun hybrid course makes archaeology accessible, engaging, and deeply enriching.
Check out: www.instagram.com/p/DMS5-8ohHi...
#IndianPrehistory #ArchaeologyCourse #HeritageEducation
From stone tools to prehistoric cultures, our fun hybrid course makes archaeology accessible, engaging, and deeply enriching.
Check out: www.instagram.com/p/DMS5-8ohHi...
#IndianPrehistory #ArchaeologyCourse #HeritageEducation
July 19, 2025 at 4:21 PM
Uncover the roots of Indian prehistory: one week at a time.
From stone tools to prehistoric cultures, our fun hybrid course makes archaeology accessible, engaging, and deeply enriching.
Check out: www.instagram.com/p/DMS5-8ohHi...
#IndianPrehistory #ArchaeologyCourse #HeritageEducation
From stone tools to prehistoric cultures, our fun hybrid course makes archaeology accessible, engaging, and deeply enriching.
Check out: www.instagram.com/p/DMS5-8ohHi...
#IndianPrehistory #ArchaeologyCourse #HeritageEducation
Calling all educators!
Step into the fascinating world of archaeology with our in-person course designed just for teachers - 'Introduction to Archaeology: Down Ancient Trails Series.' Scan the code and register (Indian nationals only) or visit: www.sharmaheritage.in
Step into the fascinating world of archaeology with our in-person course designed just for teachers - 'Introduction to Archaeology: Down Ancient Trails Series.' Scan the code and register (Indian nationals only) or visit: www.sharmaheritage.in
July 15, 2025 at 7:16 AM
Calling all educators!
Step into the fascinating world of archaeology with our in-person course designed just for teachers - 'Introduction to Archaeology: Down Ancient Trails Series.' Scan the code and register (Indian nationals only) or visit: www.sharmaheritage.in
Step into the fascinating world of archaeology with our in-person course designed just for teachers - 'Introduction to Archaeology: Down Ancient Trails Series.' Scan the code and register (Indian nationals only) or visit: www.sharmaheritage.in
Dig. Discover. Document. Repeat.
What a year it's been! From the field to the lab, every artifact tells a story. Here are some highlights from our archaeological adventures so far.
ArchaeologyLife #ArchaeologyMatters #Unearthed #SharmaHeritage #SCHE #Fieldwork
What a year it's been! From the field to the lab, every artifact tells a story. Here are some highlights from our archaeological adventures so far.
ArchaeologyLife #ArchaeologyMatters #Unearthed #SharmaHeritage #SCHE #Fieldwork
July 1, 2025 at 10:17 AM
Dig. Discover. Document. Repeat.
What a year it's been! From the field to the lab, every artifact tells a story. Here are some highlights from our archaeological adventures so far.
ArchaeologyLife #ArchaeologyMatters #Unearthed #SharmaHeritage #SCHE #Fieldwork
What a year it's been! From the field to the lab, every artifact tells a story. Here are some highlights from our archaeological adventures so far.
ArchaeologyLife #ArchaeologyMatters #Unearthed #SharmaHeritage #SCHE #Fieldwork
Dig. Discover. Document. Repeat.
What a year it's been! From the field to the lab, every artifact tells a story. Here are some highlights from our archaeological adventures so far.
ArchaeologyLife #ArchaeologyMatters #SharmaHeritage #SCHE
What a year it's been! From the field to the lab, every artifact tells a story. Here are some highlights from our archaeological adventures so far.
ArchaeologyLife #ArchaeologyMatters #SharmaHeritage #SCHE
July 1, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Dig. Discover. Document. Repeat.
What a year it's been! From the field to the lab, every artifact tells a story. Here are some highlights from our archaeological adventures so far.
ArchaeologyLife #ArchaeologyMatters #SharmaHeritage #SCHE
What a year it's been! From the field to the lab, every artifact tells a story. Here are some highlights from our archaeological adventures so far.
ArchaeologyLife #ArchaeologyMatters #SharmaHeritage #SCHE
And more of our amazing research scholars & staff
June 26, 2025 at 9:50 AM
And more of our amazing research scholars & staff
Meet the Minds Behind the Discoveries!
Introducing the passionate researchers, technical assistants and staff who power our work at Sharma Centre for Heritage Education. Each of them brings a unique perspective to uncovering the stories of our past.
#IndianArchaeologists #FacesOfArchaeology
Introducing the passionate researchers, technical assistants and staff who power our work at Sharma Centre for Heritage Education. Each of them brings a unique perspective to uncovering the stories of our past.
#IndianArchaeologists #FacesOfArchaeology
June 26, 2025 at 9:50 AM
Meet the Minds Behind the Discoveries!
Introducing the passionate researchers, technical assistants and staff who power our work at Sharma Centre for Heritage Education. Each of them brings a unique perspective to uncovering the stories of our past.
#IndianArchaeologists #FacesOfArchaeology
Introducing the passionate researchers, technical assistants and staff who power our work at Sharma Centre for Heritage Education. Each of them brings a unique perspective to uncovering the stories of our past.
#IndianArchaeologists #FacesOfArchaeology
We are deeply driven to address research questions and create awareness of India's magnificent prehistoric past. For over 25 years, we have investigated this past tried to inspire curiosity,and critical thinking through heritage education. www.sharmaheritage.in
June 23, 2025 at 9:57 AM
We are deeply driven to address research questions and create awareness of India's magnificent prehistoric past. For over 25 years, we have investigated this past tried to inspire curiosity,and critical thinking through heritage education. www.sharmaheritage.in