Grotte Chauvet II, Ardèche

HI1091FB2 Science, Society and Human Origins

AR1010FB2 Visual and Environmental Studio

The Chauvet Cave is one of the best-preserved painted caves as well as one of the oldest, with sections dating back 37,000 years. Grotte Chauvet II allows visitors to experience the marvel of this masterpiece. The accompanying exhibitions situate Aurignacian culture in its Upper Paleolithic environment and contextualize the society that produced them. In the afternoon, make art using the techniques of Aurignacian culture. The following day, explore areal, natural cave to understand what it actually meant for an early human to adventure into a limestone cavern to create such works. In the afternoon,visit a vineyard and have lunch at a table d’hote, savoring local gastronomy and learning about local wine-making and truffle hunting.

Led by Professors Linda Martz and Jonathan Shimony

Cost: 475€ (includes round-trip train transportation, hotel accommodations with breakfast, on-site transportation, entrance fees, guided visits, professors’ trip costs, and VAT)

Last day to register/cancel: September 8

Late cancellation fee: 475€ Payment for study trips must be made no later than September 20 for the Fall 2019 semester. Any concerns in this regard should be addressed to the Cultural Program & Student Accounting Services.