Society Awards
AIA Society Awards honor Local Societies for excellence in public communication and outreach about archaeology via websites, flyers, and media.
Funder: Archaeological Institute of America
Due Dates: December 1, 2026
Funding Amounts: $100 cash prize per category (Website, Flyer/Poster, Local/Social Media); annual awards
Summary: Recognizes AIA Local Societies for excellence in public communication about archaeology through websites, flyers, and media publicity.
Key Information: Only AIA Local Societies may apply; entries must feature events/publicity from the current calendar year.
Description
The Society Awards, offered by the Archaeological Institute of America (AIA), celebrate the achievements of AIA Local Societies in promoting archaeology to the public. The awards honor the best Society website, the most creative and informative lecture flyer or poster, and the most impressive publicity in local or social media. Each winner receives a cash prize and recognition at the AIA Annual Meeting. These contests aim to foster community engagement, highlight innovative outreach, and advance the mission of the AIA through effective public communication.
