Birka was one of the first Scandinavian towns and an important trading centre in the region. Stockholm University has conducted several archaeological excavations on the island, including at the Black Earth Harbour.
Viking Age research on the Swedish island of Birka
The Black Earth Harbour is a Viking Age harbour on the Swedish island of Birka. We visited the island and interviewed researchers from Stockholm University's Department of Archaeology and Classical Studies on their work and findings.
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How Art Was Perceived and Experienced in the 16th and 17th Century
Peter Gillgren, Professor in Art history at Stockholm University.