[Archaeological Institute of America](https://www.archaeological.org)

September 2026 (Nomination submission deadline, projected)

No direct monetary award; recognition through AIA ceremony and publicity.

Honors innovative digital projects that advance archaeological research, teaching, publishing, and outreach through technology.

--- ## Description The Award for Outstanding Work in Digital Archaeology, offered by the Archaeological Institute of America (AIA), recognizes projects, groups, and individuals who deploy digital technology in innovative ways within archaeology. The award highlights the transformative impact of digital tools on archaeological scholarship and practice, aiming to encourage, honor, and set standards for the integration of digital methodologies in the discipline. By celebrating exemplary digital projects, the award fosters ethical practices, inclusivity, and interdisciplinary collaboration, and promotes new models for accessibility, public engagement, and transparent crediting of contributors. Winners are honored at the AIA Awards Ceremony and gain visibility within the archaeological community. --- ## Due Dates - September 2026: Nomination submission deadline (anticipated/projected) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - This is a recognition award with no direct monetary prize. - Awardees receive formal recognition at the AIA Awards Ceremony and through AIA publicity channels. --- ## Eligibility - Projects, groups, and individuals deploying digital technology in archaeology are eligible. - Nominations may be made by anyone, including self-nominations (project director or principal team members may nominate their own project). - Collaborative projects are encouraged. - At least one member of the project leadership team or any individual nominee must be a member in good standing of the AIA (AIA membership number required at nomination). - There are no restrictions on who can submit nominations. --- ## Application Process - Submit a completed [nomination form](https://www.archaeological.org/programs/professionals/grants-awards/applications/digital-archaeology-award/). - Required materials: - Name of the project - Nomination form (with AIA membership number for at least one leader/nominee) - Additional supporting documentation may be requested. - The committee reviews nominations and makes a decision by October (notification to nominators in November). - The award is presented at the AIA Awards Ceremony in January. --- ## Additional Information - The committee reserves the right to modify the award criteria as the field evolves or to withhold the award if no deserving project is nominated. - The award aims to set benchmarks for ethical, inclusive, and accessible digital practices in archaeology. - Recent recipients have included projects focused on digital archives, interactive 3D models, open-access educational resources, and innovative applications of digital scholarship. --- ## External Links - [Program Page & Details](https://www.archaeological.org/grant/digital-archaeology-award/) - [Nomination Form](https://www.archaeological.org/programs/professionals/grants-awards/applications/digital-archaeology-award/) - [AIA Grants & Awards Overview](https://www.archaeological.org/programs/professionals/grants-awards/) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Details | |------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | General Inquiries | [awards@archaeological.org](mailto:awards@archaeological.org) | | AIA Office | 2000 Commonwealth Avenue, Suite 415, Auburndale, MA 02466, USA | | Phone | 857-305-9350 | | Online Contact Form | [Contact AIA](https://www.archaeological.org/contact/) |

Award for Outstanding Work in Digital Archaeology - Archaeological Institute of America

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