Humeima or Humayma 2001

Dates of Excavation: 26 April- 11 June, 2001

Description of Excavation

There will be a six week season of excavation at the early Islamic qasr-mosque complex at Humayma, located in Jordan's Hisma desert between Petra and Wadi Rum.

Director: Dr. Rebecca Foote, The Islamic Art Society

Contact Person: Dr. Rebecca Foote, 2 South Audley St., London W1K 1HE, U.K.

E-mail: foote@islamicartsociety.com

Accepting students? No

Accepting volunteers? Yes, Jordanians are especially encouraged to apply and their fee may be waived.

Academic credit available? No

Cost: $500 fee which covers room and board; volunteer is responsible for transportation, visa, and all other costs.

Application deadline: January 31, 2001