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Everything You Need to Know About: Workshop — Deciphering Cuneiform Tablets Ever wondered how ancient civilizations communicated, recorded epic tales, or counted their grains? Step into the mesmerizing world of the earliest script on Earth at the Institute for the Study of the Ancient World in New York, NY. This hands-on workshop is tailored for everyone, whether you’re a total beginner or have always wanted a closer look at archaeological scholarship. You’ll learn about the basics of cuneiform script—how the wedge-shaped marks were made, the materials used, and the languages they captured. Attendees will get the unique opportunity to work with replicas of tablets, try their hand at writing cuneiform, and understand the process scholars use to decode ancient messages. All of this happens in the Institute’s welcoming, scholarly atmosphere—a beacon of research and discovery in the heart of the city. Come ready to engage, ask questions, and walk away having touched history!