Description

The Felicia A. Holton Book Award, presented by the Archaeological Institute of America in partnership with the Center for American Archeology, recognizes a major work of nonfiction that brings the importance and excitement of archaeology to a broad public audience. The award celebrates books that are engaging, well-researched, and accessible to adult lay readers, conveying the thrill of archaeological discovery while providing new insights into the field. Occasionally, the award may also be given for lifetime achievement in popular archaeological writing. This recognition aims to highlight authors who succeed in making archaeology meaningful and compelling for the general public.