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Wonders of Heritage


Hoodoos Alberta: The Geology and Cultural Heritage of Writing-on-Stone and Drumheller Hoodoos
Explore the stunning hoodoos of Alberta’s Writing-on-Stone and Drumheller sites, where science and culture intertwine. Learn how these fascinating rock formations were shaped over millions of years by geological forces and why the Writing-on-Stone hoodoos hold deep spiritual significance for the Blackfoot Nation. Uncover the secrets of these towering wonders in Alberta’s badlands, and see how erosion, time, and tradition have made them an iconic part of Canada’s cultural and


THE EGYPTIAN MUMMIFICATION PROCESS: How Egyptian Mummies Were Made
The Egyptian mummification process involves several steps whose outcome is to preserve of the body and the organs of the deceased.


WHAT IS CULTURAL HERITAGE, and How Can Science Protect It?
Cultural heritage is a collection of sites, objects and traditions that bring together the history, art and values of different cultures.


THE BIRDMAN COMPETITION: “The Hunger Games” of Rapa Nui
The birdman competition of Rapa Nui (Easter Island) was an annual competition revolving around the manutara bird egg to bring peace.


THE MOAI OF RAPA NUI: The Protectors of Easter Island
The moai are monolithic stone statues on Rapa Nui (Easter Island) and they portray the ancestors of the Rapa Nui people.
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