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

September 15, 2025 (Nomination deadline)

Recognition award (no monetary prize); recipient honored at AIA Awards Ceremony

Honors exceptional achievement in archaeological conservation, heritage management, conservation science, or public education worldwide.

--- ## Description The Conservation and Heritage Management Award, presented by the Archaeological Institute of America (AIA), recognizes outstanding contributions by individuals, institutions, or organizations in the fields of archaeological conservation, conservation science, heritage management, or education/public awareness related to archaeological conservation. The award celebrates innovative research, exemplary site management, and impactful public engagement that advances the preservation and interpretation of archaeological heritage globally. Recipients are honored at the AIA’s annual Awards Ceremony. --- ## Due Dates - Nomination deadline: September 15, 2025 The committee reviews nominations in October, with final approval by the AIA Governing Board. The winner is notified in November and celebrated at the Awards Ceremony in January. --- ## Funding Amount - This is an honorary award; there is **no monetary prize**. - The recipient is recognized at the AIA’s annual Awards Ceremony and highlighted in AIA communications. --- ## Eligibility - Open to any individuals, institutions, or organizations (public or private) worldwide. - Eligibility is **not** restricted to AIA members or U.S. citizens. - Nominees should have made exceptional achievements in at least one of the following: - Archaeological conservation (artifact, monument, or site) - Archaeological conservation science (e.g., advances in deterioration analysis or treatment) - Archaeological heritage management (site/group management, preservation, interpretation) - Education/public awareness (teaching, exhibitions, publications, public outreach) --- ## Application Process - **Nominations** must include: - Name of nominee - Curriculum vitae (CV) of nominee - Two or more letters of recommendation - Submit nomination materials via email to: [awards@archaeological.org](mailto:awards@archaeological.org) - The Conservation and Site Preservation Committee reviews nominations and recommends a recipient to the AIA Governing Board. - All nominators are notified of the committee’s decision in November. --- ## Additional Information - The award highlights both individual and institutional achievements. - Past recipients include archaeologists, conservators, heritage organizations, museums, and educational institutions from around the world. - The award is intended to inspire best practices and public engagement in archaeological heritage preservation. --- ## External Links - [AIA Conservation and Heritage Management Award – Official Page](https://www.archaeological.org/grant/conservation-and-heritage-management-award/) - [AIA Grants & Awards Overview](https://www.archaeological.org/programs/professionals/grants-awards/) - [Recent and Past Award Recipients](https://www.archaeological.org/grant/conservation-and-heritage-management-award/) - [AIA Contact Page](https://www.archaeological.org/contact/) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Email | Phone | |------------------------|-----------------------------------------|---------------| | AIA Awards Committee | [awards@archaeological.org](mailto:awards@archaeological.org) | | | General Inquiries | [ebailey@archaeological.org](mailto:ebailey@archaeological.org) | 857-305-9350 |

Conservation and Heritage Management Award - Archaeological Institute of America

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