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The Idaho Archaeological Society's mission is to preserve, educate, and encourage the study of Idaho's antiquities.

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PURPOSE OF THE IDAHO ARCHAEOLOGICAL SOCIETY:

 

To unite those interested in Idaho archaeology


To promote cooperation between professional and amateur archaeologists


To promote the systematic study of prehistoric and historic archaeological sites in Idaho


To promote public education and professional scholarship relating to Idaho archaeology

Announcements

Job announcements, upcoming events, volunteer opportunities...and more.

​​​​​​​Northwest Anthropological Conference​

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Society for American Archaeology​

  Annual Meeting

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IDAHO ARCHAEOLOGICAL SOCIETY, INC.

 

 

PO Box 1976

Boise, Idaho 83701

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About

Archaeology is the scientific study of the human past through its material remains. As an environmental science that explores past human-environmental interactions, it is uniquely positioned to study long-term cultural change.

Publications

The IAS creates two semi-annual digital publications: Idaho Archaeologist, a professional peer-review journal; and Artifacts, a member newsletter.

Membership

Membership is the driving force behind the organization.  IAS offers a variety of membership levels and some great benefitsof membership.

Student Grant

The student grant provides graduate students with the opportunity to apply for funding for research that pertains to the archaeology of the Great Basin or northwest plateau and has implications for the prehistory or history of Idaho.

Recent News & Projects

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FUNDING: This website update was due in part to the generous funding provided by the Idaho State Historical Society in the form of a Community Assistance Grant.

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