Senorbì opens to research: conference on recent excavations at the Santu Teru acropolis

The Domu Nosta Archaeological Museum in Senorbì will host a public conference on 16 May 2026 at 17:30 focused on the latest fieldwork at the Santu Teru acropolis. The event aims to present scientific results, the methods used and future plans for site enhancement.

Speakers include university researchers and faculty involved in the project. Scheduled contributors:

• Carla Del Vais and Marco Giuman (scientific directors)
• Dario D’Orlando
• Michela Collu
• Alice Deiana
• Jacopo Conti

The presentation is suitable for both specialists and the general public and will illustrate key finds and analyses from the Senorbì area.

Excavation campaign 2026: how to join

Registrations are open for the fifth excavation season run by the University of Cagliari under the Santu Teru Project. The fieldwork will take place on the acropolis hill from 24 August to 25 September 2026, organized into five weekly shifts.

• Periods: five weekly shifts between August and September 2026
• Priority: applicants available for at least two weeks
• Scientific directors: Carla Del Vais and Marco Giuman
• Educational organization: courses in Phoenician-Punic Archaeology and Classical Archaeology (University of Cagliari)
• Who should apply: students, cultural professionals and enthusiasts interested in field techniques

For further information about registration, shift duration and participation procedures, contact the University of Cagliari or the Municipality of Senorbì. Joining the campaign provides hands-on field experience and supports local heritage preservation.

Location and practical details

Where: Domu Nosta Archaeological Museum, Senorbì (Postal code 09040 Senorbì CA). Coordinates: 39.5322831, 9.1308482.

Why attend: to learn about the latest scientific results, view the finds presented by the archaeologists and consider participating in the summer excavation campaign.