Photographer and independent researcher specialising in prehistoric archaeology, rock art and monuments
Wicklow, Ireland
Joined January 2009
- Tweets1.2K
- Following549
- Followers1.6K
- Likes3K
Ken Williams retweeted
The rediscovery of a prehistoric tomb in Co Galway has led to the unearthing of another tomb next to it, hinting at the 'complexity' of the culture of Ireland’s first farming communities jrnl.ie/7113536
Ken Williams retweeted
Applications are now open for the Skyscape Academy Field School. This is a five-day, fully immersive training in skyscape archaeology, based in the prehistoric landscapes of Cranborne Chase (UK).
Ken Williams retweeted
⏳ Final 48 hours to join
This course only runs live on April 11–12.
✔ Live sessions
✔ Recordings available after
✔ Certificate included
If you’ve been considering it — this is the moment.
→ Book now: skyscape.academy/product/fou…
Ken Williams retweeted
Most people see ancient monuments as silent. But what if they were built to *speak* — to the sun, the moon, the turning sky?
In just one weekend, you’ll learn how to:
- Measure orientations
- Identify solar alignments
- Look at ancient sites with new eyes.
Light and shadow on the famous carved stone, numbered L19, in the passage of Newgrange.
5,000 years ago, people brought light, art and architecture together in the design of Irish passage tombs. The greatest example of all is found here at Newgrange, Co. Meath. #wintersolstice
Ken Williams retweeted
The #WinterSolstice livestream link is now available
Join us on 21 Dec @ 8:40 am to witness the solstice sunrise live from inside the #Newgrange chamber, weather permitting.
Save the link now.
🔗gov.ie/solstice
#ShareTheSolstice
Ken Williams retweeted
For archaeologists who want archaeoastronomy to finally make sense:
The Skyscape Academy offers a range of course options that make the field rigorous, systematic, and actually usable in archaeological research.
Early-bird pricing is on—book now and level up your practice. 🌙🧭
Ken Williams retweeted
We are delighted to announce the launch of The Skyscape Academy. Our mission is to teach archaeoastronomy and skyscape archaeology with clarity and academic rigour. Check our website at skyscape.academy and watch this space for more details on the courses we are offering.
Equinox illumination of Cairn T, Loughcrew, County Meath, Ireland. Taken twenty years ago, September 2005. Today, the interior of the cairn is closed to visitors due to safety concerns with the 5,000 year old structure. #equinox #megalithicart #irelandsancienteast #prehistoricart
Ken Williams retweeted
Permanent job with us @arcpalqub in archaeological science with specialism in either biogeochemistry, biomolecular or geoarchaeology. Closing 2nd June, but exciting time to join us and have state of the art labs to work with and build from. Please retweet: hrwebapp.qub.ac.uk/tlive_web…
Ken Williams retweeted
Another blast from the past...The beautiful Entrance Stone at Newgrange, you can see a definite line across the bottom of the stone where the art ends, this suggests that this stone was carved in situ around 5200 years ago. #keepdiscovering #newgange #brunaboinne
Ken Williams retweeted
#12days2solstice
Happy Solstice!
Explore Newgrange like never before. This 3D model was created from scans taken by @DiscProg in 2014 & reprocessed in 2024 for #5Dculture
buff.ly/423hxyb
@NationalMons @HeritageHubIRE @HeritageIreOPW @Europeanaeu @TimeMachineEU @_in2t
Ken Williams retweeted
The #WinterSolstice #Livestream link is now live 🔗cutt.ly/Wintersolstice . Bookmark for Saturday 21 December at 8.40 UTC
#Newgrange #BruNaBoinne
The Winter Solstice #Livestream is here!
Watch live on 21 Dec @ 8:40 UTC
🔗cutt.ly/Wintersolstice
❗️Accept all cookies to view the stream.
Don’t miss this magical event!
#NewgrangeSolstice #WinterSolstice @HeritageIreOPW @DeptHousingIRL @brunaboinneOPW
ALT The image shows sunlight streaming into the ancient passage tomb at Newgrange, Ireland, casting a warm glow on the stone walls and floor. Overlay text in both Irish and English promotes the Winter Solstice live stream at 8:40 UTC on December 21, hosted by the OPW and the Department of Housing.
Ken Williams retweeted
The #NewgrangeWinterSolstice Experience came early to Fleischmann Planetarium at University of Nevada, Reno , Nevada last Wednesday evening. Virtual Reality imagery from the wonderful Voices from the Dawn was projected onto the planetarium dome.
Ken Williams retweeted
150 issues of Archaeology Ireland
Since Sept 1987 AI has been giving a voice to the archaeology community in Ireland.
Every issue is aimed at professionals and general interest readers - allowing archaeology to be accessible to all.
🤞for 150 more.
archaeologyireland.ie/subscr…
Ken Williams retweeted
We are on the countdown to #NewgrangeWinterSolstice . No sun this morning, but John captured 📷 the beautiful sunrise ☀️ on Sunday 8 December.
Join us on the morning of 21 December from the comfort of your own home and tune in to our #Livestream .
Ken Williams retweeted
We are delighted to announce the Winter Solstice at Newgrange will be livestreamed on 21st December 2024 on the platforms below at 08.40 UTC . Sit back and relax in the comfort of your own home and join us on the morning. Lets hope the sun will shine.
gov.ie/en/press-release/adf3…
ALT Photo taken by Jimmy 2023