Biblical Archaeology Conference - ICR Discovery Center
Join us November 13 - 14, 2026, at the ICR Discovery Center for our annual Biblical Archaeology Conference. This two-day conference will inspire, educate, and strengthen your trust in the historical reliability of the Bible through engaging presentations and workshops led by biblical scholars and archaeologists.
Dates: Nov 13, 2026 - Nov 14, 2026
Excavate the archaeological record of Israel and uncover the people, places, cultures, and events revealed through archaeology. Explore how discoveries from the ancient world illuminate the biblical narrative and provide insight into Israel's history and heritage.
Learn from renowned biblical archaeologist Dr. Scott Stripling, whose extensive excavation work and research have brought new insights into the historical and archaeological evidence surrounding the biblical account. Hear from Joshua and Caleb Colson, the Bearded Bible Brothers, as they explore biblical history and the Jewish roots of the Christian faith. Join Bible Professor Tom Meyer, known as The Bible Memory Man, whose passion for Scripture has illuminated audiences around the world. Through their expertise and engaging presentations, you'll gain a deeper understanding of how archeology and history illuminate the biblical record, affirm the truth of Scripture, and equip believers to defend their faith with confidence.
Speakers
Prof. Tom Meyer
The Bible Memory Man
Dr. Scott Stripling
Provost, The Bible Seminary
(Katy, Texas)
Joshua Colson
Bearded Bible Brothers
Zola Levitt Ministries
Caleb Colson
Bearded Bible Brothers
Zola Levitt Ministries
Registration:
Members - $25 | Non-Members - $40 (includes access to the Exhibit Hall and Planetarium)
| Friday, November 13th, 2026 | |||
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| Time | Activity / Speaker | Location | Description |
| 9:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. | Welcome / Light Breakfast / Check-in | Atrium | |
| 9:30 a.m. - 9:35 a.m. | Opening Remarks | Dr. Randy Guliuzza | Founder's Hall | |
| 9:35 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. | Session 1 | Conquest of Canaan: Verifying the Biblical Record of the Hebrew Arrival | Caleb & Joshua Colson | Founder's Hall | Learn more about some of Israel's most significant archaeological sites as the Bearded Bible Brothers share their experiences collaborating with the Israel Antiquities Authority. Explore key excavations at Mount Ebal (Joshua's Altar), Tel Rumeida in Hebron, Tel Jericho, and Tel Hazor. |
| 10:30 a.m. - 10:45 a.m. | Break | Atrium | Coffee, water, and snacks provided |
| 10:45 a.m. - 11:35 a.m. | Session 2 | Exodus / Conquest Evidence in the Archaeological Record | Dr. Scott Stripling | Founder's Hall | Gain firsthand insight with Dr. Scott Stripling as he examines the literary and archaeological evidence behind the Exodus and the conquest of Canaan. Learn how these fascinating discoveries support the biblical dates of these seminal events. |
| 11:35 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. | Lunch | On your own. A Food truck will be available on-site, and conference attendees will receive discounts at select local restaurants by showing their Biblical Archaeology Conference ticket. |
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| 12:00 p.m. - 12:45 p.m. | Optional Lunch & Learn | To the Other Side - Bethsaida, the First-Century Fishing Village | Kathy & Les Bruce | Building A Classroom | First come, first served. Limited to 40 attendees. |
| 1:00 p.m. - 1:50 p.m. | Session 3 | Sacred Coordinates: From Solomon's Temple to the End Times | Caleb & Joshua Colson | Founder's Hall | Join the Bearded Bible Brothers as they examine the archaeological and historical foundations of the First and Second Temples. Discover the evidence behind the leading theories and explore the most plausible biblical site of the prophesied Third Temple in Jerusalem |
| 1:50 p.m. - 2:05 p.m. | Break | Atrium | Coffee, water, and snacks provided |
| 2:05 p.m. - 2:55 p.m. | Session 4 | Archaeology and the Bible: 50 Fascinating Finds that Bring the Bible to Life Part 1 | Prof. Tom Meyer
| Founder's Hall |
Explore alongside Professor Tom Meyer as he covers over 2,000 years of biblical history, from the patriarchs to the early church, demonstrating that the people and events described in the Bible are rooted in historical reality in this two part series. Each of the 50 finds is presented to illustrate how archaeology can affirm the accuracy of biblical accounts. |
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| 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. | Explore Exhibit Hall & Planetarium | Speaker Meet & Greet | Book Signing | Exhibit Hall, Planetarium, & Atrium | |
| Saturday, November 14th, 2026 | |||
| Time | Activity / Speaker | Location | Description |
| 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. | Light Breakfast & Fellowship | Atrium | |
| 9:00 a.m. - 9:05 a.m. | Welcome | Founder's Hall | |
| 9:05 a.m. - 9:55 a.m. | Session 5 | Archaeology and the Bible: 50 Fascinating Finds that Bring the Bible to Life Part 2 | Prof. Tom Meyer | Founder's Hall | Professor Tom Meyer will finish presenting part 2 of his series in covering over 2,000 years of biblical history, from the patriarchs to the early church, demonstrating that the people and events described in the Bible are rooted in historical reality. Each of the 50 finds is presented to illustrate how archaeology can affirm the accuracy of biblical accounts. |
| 10:00 a.m. - 10:15 a.m. | Break | Atrium | Coffee, water, and snacks provided |
| 10:15 a.m. - 11:05 a.m. | Session 6 | Crucifixion: Separating Fact from Fiction | Dr. Scott Stripling | Founder's Hall | Discover the fascinating evidence surrounding ancient crucifixion as Dr. Scott Stripling shares the results of his peer-reviewed research. Learn how the remains of multiple crucifixion victims, compared with the earliest literary accounts and artistic depictions, provide valuable insight into this significant moment in history. |
| 11:05 a.m. - 11:20 a.m. | Break | Atrium | Coffee, water, and snacks provided |
| 11:20 a.m. - 12:10 p.m. | Session 7 | Written in the Stones: Archaeological Evidence of Jerusalem's Original Jewish Heritage | Caleb & Joshua Colson | Founder's Hall | Learn about the latest archaeological discoveries in the City of David with the Bearded Bible Brothers. Discover how these remarkable findings attest to an established Jewish presence and administrative system in ancient Canaan, predating subsequent regional claims by centuries. |
| 12:10 - 1:30 p.m. | Lunch | On your own. Food trucks will be available on-site, and conference attendees will receive discounts at select local restaurants by showing their Biblical Archaeology Conference ticket. |
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| 12:30 p.m. - 1:15 p.m. | Optional Lunch & Learn | How Pride and Prejudice have Colored the History for Jericho | Kathy & Les Bruce | Building A Classroom | First come, first served. Limited to 40 attendees. |
| 1:30 p.m. - 2:20 p.m. | Session 8 | Go Now to Shiloh | Dr. Scott Stripling | Founder's Hall | Join Dr. Scott Stripling as he reviews his past eight seasons of excavation at Shiloh. Explore the monumental building, the gate complex, and the favissa - the repository containing the remains of the sacrificial system - and learn how these remarkable discoveries shed light on the biblical narrative. |
| 2:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. | Explore Exhibit Hall & Planetarium | Speaker Meet & Greet | Book Signing | Exhibit Hall, Planetarium, & Atrium | |
Location:
ICR Discovery Center
1830 Royal Lane
Dallas, TX 75229
For more information, please call 800.743.6374 or email discover@icr.org.
