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The Archaeological Institute of America (AIA) is North America’s oldest and largest organization devoted to the world of archaeology.
Have you read a standout archaeology publication that deserves recognition? Nominations for the AIA Book Awards are now open, and you can help us celebrate exceptional scholarship!

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January 19, 2026 at 6:02 PM
Start the year informed with the AIA e-Update, featuring the latest news, announcements, and highlights from AIA HQ, delivered straight to your inbox!

Subscribe today and kick off the new year in the know with everything happening at the AIA: www.archaeological.org/about/eupdate/
January 15, 2026 at 6:01 PM
The results of the 2026 Council Election are now available on our website! We extend our sincere thanks to outgoing AIA President Elizabeth S. Greene for her leadership and service, and we are pleased to welcome Brian Daniels as our incoming President.

View the full results: buff.ly/Vj6OIUK
January 12, 2026 at 2:02 PM
A heartfelt thank you to everyone who made the 2026 AIA Awards Ceremony so memorable. Whether you joined us in person or tuned in virtually, it was truly inspiring to celebrate our outstanding award winners together. 🏆

#AIASCS2026 #AIA #Archaeology
January 10, 2026 at 6:00 PM
Day Three | #AIASCS2026

Poster sessions, roundtables, awards ceremonies—oh my! Yesterday was a full and exciting day at the Annual Meeting. Stay tuned for announcements of this year’s poster contest award winners and the outcomes of the AIA 147th Council Meeting.
January 10, 2026 at 4:59 PM
Day Two | #AIASCS2026

The Annual Meeting is in full swing! The Exhibit Hall is open again today from 9:30 AM to 5:30 PM. If you missed the first poster session, don't worry, the second session will take place today from 12 PM to 2PM in the Exhibit Hall.
January 9, 2026 at 5:17 PM
Day One | #AIASCS2026

The Annual Meeting launched yesterday, and the Exhibit Hall was already buzzing! Stop by today from 9:30 AM to 5:30 PM to explore books, technology, archaeological supplies, field schools, and more. Or come say hi to us at the AIA booth!

#Archaeology #AIA
January 8, 2026 at 7:51 PM
Thank you to all who joined last night’s Public Lecture! Sharon Stocker and Jack Davis reflected on a decade of research on the Griffin Warrior of Pylos. 📸 With AIA President Elizabeth S. Greene

#AIASCS2026
January 8, 2026 at 4:18 PM
Welcome to the 2026 AIA and SCS Annual Meeting! Last night, AIA President Elizabeth S. Greene thanked incoming AIA President Brian Daniels for his toast at the AIA Presidents’ Reception. We’re excited for the rest of the meeting ahead!

#AIASCS2026 #AIA #Archaeology
January 7, 2026 at 7:31 PM
The 2026 AIA and SCS Annual Meeting starts tomorrow! The preliminary program is now live. Please check the Annual Meeting app and the printed program for exact order and presentation times. Public Events are also announced on the Annual Meeting website.

#AIASCS2026 #AIA
January 6, 2026 at 3:00 PM
Join us for AIA Session 8A: Creating Self-Guided Object-Based Learning Materials

Flex your learning-design skills and create self-guided resources for any audience. You can even have your revised version featured on the AIA website for educators and the public!

#AIA #Archaeology #AIASCS2026
January 5, 2026 at 9:00 PM
Best wishes for the year ahead from the Archaeological Institute of America! Thank you for being part of our community!
January 2, 2026 at 6:00 PM
There are only hours left to make a tax-deductible gift to the AIA! From ancient cities threatened by conflict and climate change to the next generation of archaeologists working in the field, your year-end gift ensures this important work continues: buff.ly/ywwoVVJ
December 31, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Only two days left to make a donation to the AIA before the end of 2025! Your generosity supports archaeologists, protects threatened archaeological sites, and provides educational programming to archaeology enthusiasts like you: buff.ly/ywwoVVJ
December 30, 2025 at 5:00 PM
For over 145 years, the AIA has supported professional archaeologists, advocated for archaeological heritage, and educated people of all ages about the significance of archaeological discovery. Help this work continue by making your year-end gift today: buff.ly/OWIemi1
December 23, 2025 at 5:02 PM
Happy holidays from your friends at the AIA! Wishing you a bright, joyful, and peaceful holiday season.
December 22, 2025 at 5:00 PM
With 14 days left in 2025, we need your support to finish strong! Your gift to the Annual Fund helps us create new programs and expand existing ones, serving archaeologists, students, and the public alike.

Make your year-end gift today: buff.ly/OWIemi1
December 17, 2025 at 6:01 PM
Here they are—the Top 10 Discoveries of 2025!

The new issue of Archaeology is out now, featuring a Roman emperor’s puzzling monument, an Andean temple of stone gods and monsters, and more of the year’s biggest finds. Don’t miss it!

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(📸 Yusuf Aslan)
December 8, 2025 at 4:40 PM
There's still time to make an impact on #GivingTuesday! Your donation supports fieldwork, scholarships, and site preservation efforts that safeguard discoveries and expand knowledge of our shared past: www.archaeological.org/giving-tuesd...
December 2, 2025 at 9:01 PM
This #GivingTuesday, join the AIA community in advancing archaeology and preserving the human story. Your donation supports fieldwork, scholarships, and site preservation. This year, you can honor someone who inspired your passion for archaeology: buff.ly/MtpJJ9k
December 2, 2025 at 3:00 PM
The AIA is proud to recognize our 2026 award recipients for their outstanding contributions to archaeology. Honorees will be celebrated at the AIA Awards Ceremony during the 2026 Annual Meeting on January 9. All are welcome to attend!

#Archaeology #AIA
December 1, 2025 at 9:00 PM
Tomorrow is #GivingTuesday! From ancient temples to buried artifacts, your support keeps history alive. This year, consider making your gift in honor of someone whose curiosity or kindness inspired your own.

Schedule your GivingTuesday gift in honor of someone today: buff.ly/mH6BJJJ
December 1, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Today is #BlackFriday, but instead of chasing sales, invest in something lasting—our shared human story. Your #GivingTuesday gift supports research, protects sites, and inspires future archaeologists. Help preserve the past for generations to come: buff.ly/mH6BJJJ
November 28, 2025 at 2:02 PM
Happy Thanksgiving and Native American Heritage Day from the AIA!

As Black Friday begins, we invite you to invest in something timeless—our shared human story. Your #GivingTuesday gift supports research, protects endangered sites, and inspires future archaeologists: buff.ly/mH6BJJJ
November 27, 2025 at 2:02 PM
Next Tuesday is #GivingTuesday—a chance to make an impact that lasts. Your support funds research, protects at-risk sites, and inspires future archaeologists. Mark your calendar for December 2 and help preserve the past to inspire the future: buff.ly/mH6BJJJ
November 25, 2025 at 6:01 PM