The Outstanding Public Service Award from the Archaeological Institute of America honors those making exceptional contributions to public understanding and preservation of archaeology and cultural heritage.
Public Engagement Award recognizes Archaeological Institute of America members for virtual and in-person outreach and partnerships that benefit non-specialist audiences, rather than funding project costs.
The AIA Graduate Student Paper Award honors exceptional original archaeological research by graduate students, emphasizing excellence and clarity in both written and oral presentations at the AIA Annual Meeting.
Local Society Lifetime Achievement Award honors AIA members for years of service across Local Society roles, recognizing work that sustains these organizations and supports the Institute’s mission.
Pomerance Award for Scientific Contributions to Archaeology honors scientists and teams for sustained interdisciplinary work with archaeologists that advances archaeological science, rather than funding new projects.
Excellence in Undergraduate Teaching Award honors archaeology educators for innovative teaching and interdisciplinary curricula that bring archaeology to undergraduates with attention to diversity and inclusion.