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Announcement of Virtual Meeting

June 25, 2020

After extensive research and discussion, AIA and SCS staff and officers have decided that the January 2021 Joint Annual Meeting scheduled to take place from January 7-10 in Chicago will now be a virtual event.

AIA Statement on Archaeology and Social Justice

June 3, 2020

Archaeologists examine the physical remains of humankind to answer questions animated by our present. The material record helps us understand the production of inequality, the representation of power, and the targeted discrimination of communities.

In Memoriam: Norma Kershaw

September 18, 2020

It is with the deepest sadness that we share the news of Norma Kershaw’s passing and offer our sincere condolences to her family, friends, colleagues, and students. Long-time AIA friend and supporter, Norma Kershaw, aged 95 years, died peacefully at her home in Mission Viejo, CA on September 14, 2020. Norma was born on New […]

AIA Webinars: Archaeology Abridged – Short Lectures

September 18, 2020

The AIA is excited to announce a new series of live lectures with award-winning archaeologist Dr. Patrick Hunt. Dr. Hunt offers short, twenty-minute talks on a variety of archaeological topics. The webinars are free, but registration is required. Webinar 1: The Fall of Civilizations: Famine & Climate ChangeThursday, September 24, 1pm EST on Zoom. Click […]

COVID-19 and the Key Role of the Humanities and Social Sciences in the United States

August 18, 2020

The AIA is pleased to share an important statement on behalf of the humanities and social sciences in institutions of American higher education. The statement below, with the AIA as one of the signatories, was released on August 13, 2020. Consider the spread of COVID-19, global environmental degradation, and the deep divisions around race in this country. […]

Zominthos 2020: Week 5

August 14, 2020

Finds uncovered at an altar in the north sanctuary this week included many golden pieces in ashes, probably the remains of an idol.

Zominthos 2020: Week 4

August 7, 2020

The main aim this week was to uncover the path or staircase leading from the foot of the hill to the north main entrance.

AIA Webinars: Critical Conversations on Race, Teaching, and Antiquity

August 3, 2020

The AIA is pleased to announce a series of three webinars addressing issues of race, diversity and inclusion in teaching archaeology, classics, ancient history, museums, and cultural heritage. The webinars aim to provide concrete strategies for educators to incorporate new approaches and resources that promote inclusivity in courses on the ancient Mediterranean. The webinars are […]

Jodensavanne 2020: Sherds with a Story

July 30, 2020

Ceramic sherds dating to the colonial period were collected at Jodensavanne, Suriname.

Jodensavanne 2020: Conservation of Colonial Metal Artefacts

July 29, 2020

Nails found during excavations at Jodensavanne helped learn about the types of buildings that once stood in the old village.

Jodensavanne 2020: Remote Sensing

July 28, 2020

Research on discovering Jodensavanne’s settlement pattern through remote sensing, namely aerial photography and electrical resistivity

Zominthos 2020: Week 3

July 28, 2020

In the third week of Zominthos Project, we continued the excavation of the rooms in the North Complex.

Zominthos 2020: Week 2

July 24, 2020

Excavation highlights this second week include starting a new room with a paved floor in excellent condition.

The American Journal of Archaeology has a New Managing Editor

July 20, 2020

The Archaeological Institute of America is delighted to announce that Margaret “Meg” Sneeringer has joined the staff of the American Journal of Archaeology as its new Managing Editor.

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