Ellie Mackin Roberts

Ellie Mackin Roberts is an Honorary Research Fellow in the Department of Classics & Ancient History at the University of Bristol. Her research focuses on ancient Greek religion, material culture, and the intersection of politics and religion in archaic and classical Athens. She holds a PhD from King's College London (2015), an MA from Monash University (2011), and a BA from Monash University (2008).

Her work examines religious practices through art, architecture, and material objects, with particular attention to textiles, sensory experiences, and the role of women in religious contexts. Current projects include a re-interpretation of Athenian religious landscapes using material study frameworks. Recent publications explore the Parthenon Frieze, sensory aspects of Eleusinian rituals, and clothing symbolism in Artemis worship.

No formal awards, grants, or advising roles are listed in the provided materials. She contributes to interdisciplinary discussions on religion, art, and politics in the ancient world.