Sicily to host course on prehistoric rock art

BCsicilia and Università Popolare are launching a course on prehistoric rock art in Sicily, scheduled to run from September 24 to October 18, 2026. The program focuses on the origins of artistic expression during the Stone Age and the specific rock art heritage found within Sicily.

The curriculum includes four lectures and two guided visits. Lectures will be conducted by archaeologist Antonino Filippi and will cover topics such as the history of prehistoric rock art, comparative studies of European and Saharan rock art, Paleolithic art in Sicily, and more recent prehistoric art in the region.

Guided tours are planned for the prehistoric shelters in Termini Imerese and significant sites in the Trapani area, including Grotta dei Cavalli, Grotta del Racchio, and the Ripari di Polifemo.