Archaeological Institute of America
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The Archaeological Institute of America (AIA) is North America's oldest society and largest organization devoted to the world of archaeology. AIA professionals have carried out archaeological fieldwork around the world and AIA has established research centers and schools in seven countries. As of 2019, the society had more than 6,100 members and more than 100 affiliated local societies in the United States and overseas.[1][2] AIA members include professional archaeologists and members of the public.[2]
Nickname | AIA |
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Formation | 1879 |
Headquarters | Boston, MA |
Subsidiaries | American Journal of Archaeology Archaeology |
Website | www |
The AIA has established many archaeological organizations and protected many historical sites in the world. The AIA has hosted an annual meeting every year for over 120 years, where archaeologists present their latest work.[3] The institute also has established scholarships for students and awarded archaeologists for their contributions to archaeology.
The institute publishes a scholarly journal, the American Journal of Archaeology (AJA) and the magazine Archaeology.