Nathan Arrington is a Professor of Art and Archaeology and Hellenic Studies at Princeton University, serving as Chair of his department. He is affiliated with the Department of Classics, the Seeger Center for Hellenic Studies, and Mathey College. His research focuses on ancient Greek material culture, particularly the intersection of art history, archaeology, and classics. Key projects include the Molyvoti, Thrace Archaeological Project (MTAP), investigating domestic archaeology in a trading port, and his work on haptics in Greek art. Arrington holds a Ph.D. from the University of California, Berkeley (2010). His teaching emphasizes archaeological methods, cultural heritage, and critical analysis of primary sources, often utilizing museum collections. He has excavated at sites including Corinth, Nemea, and Mycenae, alongside co-directing MTAP. His research explores themes like funerary practices, materiality, and cultural memory. Recent work addresses tactile engagement with art and its implications for perception and power. Awards include grants from the Gates Cambridge Trust and Alexander von Humboldt Foundation. Arrington founded Princeton’s Program in Archaeology and collaborates on initiatives such as the PITHOS program for Greek archaeology. His publications include Ashes, Images, and Memories (2015) and Athens at the Margins (2021), alongside numerous articles on Greek art, archaeology, and cultural exchange.
