The Archaeological Institute of America (AIA)

The Archaeological Institute of America (AIA) is the world’s oldest and largest archaeological organization. The AIA is a nonprofit founded in 1879 and chartered by the United States Congress in 1906. We have members in more than 100 Local Societies in the United States, Canada, and overseas. These members include professional archaeologists, students, and enthusiasts, all united by their passion for archaeology and its role in furthering human knowledge.

The AIA promotes archaeological inquiry and public understanding of the material record of the human past to foster an appreciation of diverse cultures and our shared humanity. The AIA supports archaeologists, their research and its dissemination, and the ethical practice of archaeology. The AIA educates people of all ages about the significance of archaeological discovery and advocates for the preservation of the world’s archaeological heritage.

The AIA’s members who are professional archaeologists have conducted fieldwork worldwide. The Institute has founded research centers and schools in seven countries and maintains close contact with these institutions. AIA Members are dedicated to the greater understanding of archaeology, the protection and preservation of the world's archaeological resources, and the support of archaeological research and publication.

The AIA does not currently have an institutional membership category, but we encourage individual membership and participation in this organization.

Individual membership benefits include:

• *Archaeology Magazine: All memberships include a one-year subscription to the publication that has been captivating audiences for over 70 years. Professional and Supporting members have the option to receive the magazine in print or digital format. All other members receive the magazine in digital format, but can choose to receive it in print at an additional cost.
• AIA Society members receive 25% off all books by BAR Publishing. BAR Publishing is one of the most respected publishers of archaeological texts and we're pleased to partner with them to offer this discount on their 3,600+ titles.
• *American Journal of Archaeology: Professional, Retired and Contingent Faculty, and Graduate Student members receive our premiere academic journal in either digital or combination (print + digital) format with their membership. All other members have the option to receive the AJA at an additional cost.
• Affiliation with an AIA Local Society: Share the latest discoveries and meet archaeologists who are changing the way we look at the past.
  • The AIA has over 100 local Societies throughout the United States, Canada, and Europe that host programming and carry out the AIA’s mission in their communities. Become an active member of your Society to hear about the latest discoveries through the National Lecture Program, celebrate International Archaeology Day in October, and preserve the past through our Society Outreach Grant program.
• As of May 2021, all active AIA Society members have full access to the digital archives of ARCHAEOLOGYmagazine from the first issue in 1948 to the present. Society members can explore any issue and discover which stories the magazine covered throughout the years.
• Discounts on Farmers Insurance. The Archaeological Institute of America discount code is FRO. Learn more at farmersinsurancechoice.com/theAIA.
• Access to the AIA Travel Discount Program: AIA members receive exclusive access to greater than 50% discounts on hotels, rental cars, and other entertainment options.
• Access to the MemberDeals platform: AIA members receive exclusive discounts on movie tickets, sporting events, amusement parks, and other entertainment options.
• Professional, Retired and Contingent Faculty, and Graduate Student members are eligible to apply for a full range of fellowships and grants to support their archaeological research.
• Professional, Retired and Contingent Faculty, and Gradute Student Members have access to the SCS Placement Service.
• AIA Society members are eligible to serve on AIA Committees, which help support the work of the Institute.
• Discounts on Annual Meeting Registration: The AIA-SCS Annual Meeting takes place in January each year and is open to all AIA Society members.
  • AIA Society members are invited to attend the AIA Council Meeting, held each year during the AIA-SCS Annual Meeting. At this meeting, important decisions that affect the future of the AIA are voted upon.
• $100 Off First AIA Tour: Experience a place you’ve never been before on a tour led by a professional archaeologist. Available for all AIA Society members except Undergraduate and Below Student members.
• AIA Society members enjoy 20% off of the original price of ARCHAEOLOGY magazine and American Journal of Archaeology back issues.
• Receive a 50% discount on an annual plan of JPASS and gain access to the JSTOR archival collection – 1,500 journals, including the AJA.