Remnants of an idolatrous Roman city were found under the Western Wall Plaza
They reveal one of the most difficult times in Jewish history. About seventy years after
28 Nissan 5783
March 21, 2023
Archaeological finds
Dedication of the Western Wall Heritage Center
The Western Wall Heritage Center building, built by the Western Wall Heritage Foundation with the assistance of various government offices and with the donation of Mr. Mortimer B. Zuckerman, In partnership with James Gertler and Eric Gertler, will serve as an educational center for groups and individuals coming to the Kotel to deepen the connection between the Jewish nation and Jerusalem.
12 Kislev 5782
November 16, 2021
Recently developed visitors’ route reveals one of the most magnificent public buildings discovered from Second Temple-period Jerusalem
For the first time in the Western Wall Tunnels, following excavations by the Israel Antiquities
6 Elul 5781
July 15, 2021
Between the sacred and the mundane: The largest collection of ancient dice found in Israel – near the Western Wall
Use of dice for board games was very common in Roman times. This finding teaches
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February 24, 2021
Amid the Covid-19 pandemic, the health of the Western Wall stones is also being cared for
Israel Antiquities Authority conservator: The non-invasive measures are protecting the Western Wall from the ravages
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February 22, 2021
An Ancient Two-Shekalim Weight Discovered Adjacent to the Western Wall in Jerusalem
An ancient limestone-made weight, dating to the Iron age – the First Temple period, was discovered in an archaeological excavation conducted by the Israel Antiquities Authority in conjunction with the Western Wall Heritage Foundation beneath Wilson’s Arch.
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October 13, 2020
An ancient Jag was found in excavations under the Western Wall Tunnels
In excavations of the Western Wall Tunnels, we find many remnants that offer us a glimpse into the lives of local people in ancient times.
16 Elul 5780
August 6, 2020
Jordanian Ammunition Stash from the Six Day War Discovered Today near the Western Wall
A Jordanian ammunition stash (known as a “slick”) was discovered today during Israel Antiquities Authority
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June 25, 2020
