Tales from Under the Mediterranean with With Maritime Archaeologist Bob Hohlfelder
Schedule
Thu, 23 Jul, 2026 at 06:30 pm
UTC-06:00Location
637-V South Broadway, Boulder CO 80305 | Boulder, CO
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Join us at Ocean First for an extraordinary evening with Bob Hohlfelder, Professor Emeritus and former chair of the Department of History at the University of Colorado Boulder. With a career spanning over 50 years, Bob has been at the forefront of the evolution of maritime archaeology—from the early days of using surplus US Navy SCUBA gear to exploring the deep in state-of-the-art submersibles. In this exclusive talk, Bob will share captivating reminiscences from over 50 maritime expeditions across Italy, Greece, Cyprus, Israel, and Turkey. Whether you’re a history buff, a diving enthusiast, or a CU Boulder alum, you won't want to miss these firsthand accounts of discovery beneath the waves.
The Evolution of Exploration:
Hear how salvage was transformed into science over five decades of fieldwork.
Underwater Mysteries:
Learn about the "levitating" Roman cargo amphoras found in a Cypriot cave.
Ancient Engineering: Discover the first evidence of Roman engineering in the sea at Caesarea Maritima, a true technological tour de force.
Deep-Sea Drama: Relive two harrowing moments 1,000+ feet below the surface in a two-person submersible while searching for shipwrecks in the Aegean Sea.
Sunken Treasures: The story behind the discovery of a massive cache of 4th-century AD glass panels in Greece.
About the Speaker:
Bob Hohlfelder is a world-renowned expert in ancient maritime history and Roman engineering. He has authored nine books, presented over 160 papers in 13 countries, and served as a mission expert for UNESCO and the National Geographic Society.
📅 When: Thursday, July 23 at 6:30 pm
📍 Where: Ocean First Travel Center | 637-V South Broadway, Boulder, CO 80305
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