The Society for American Archaeology is an international organization recognized as a leading voice in support of archaeology. SAA is the go-to resource for archaeology and archaeological issues. Our leadership is comprised of highly trained and experienced archaeologists. and our members are on the forefront of cutting edge research.
Archaeology captures the public's imagination, uncovers common origins, and helps us understand our shared past. TV shows, movies, books, and articles about archaeology and archaeologists are a constant hit in mainstream media. SAA is committed to helping the media and entertainment industries portray archaeology responsibly and factually. We invite inquiries from the media about the exciting research and work being done by SAA archaeologists, the practice of archaeology, and about issues related to policy that affect archaeology.
SAA News
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Oct 17, 2024
Under Threat: Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act Helps Save America’s History
In in response to misleading claims that the NHPA hinders development, the Advisory Council on Historic Preservation is proposing a new regulatory process that would make our historic and archaeological resources vulnerable to destruction with no consideration or recourse by tribal and state authorities or local communities.
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Oct 02, 2024
Information on the SAA Phishing Email Attack
The SAA response to the October 1, 2024, phishing email attack and what to do if you received one of the emails.
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Aug 23, 2024
Advances in Archaeological Practice Converts to an Open Access Publication
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Aug 14, 2024
Call for Editor: American Antiquity
The SAA invites applications for the editorship of American Antiquity.The editorship is preceded by a one-year transition with the current editor, beginning with the editor-designate’s appointment in spring 2025 until the start of the new editor’s term in spring 2026. The deadline to apply is January 6, 2025.
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May 20, 2024
Call for Editor: Advances in Archaeological Practice
Candidates should enjoy creating and leading editorial teams, working with authors and reviewers, and finding ways to include the work of nontraditional authors. The editor’s term is for three years and may be renewed for an additional 2–3 years.
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Mar 04, 2024
Announcing Revisions to the SAA Editorial Policy and Style Guide
This document serves as both a policy guide for the Society and its editors and a traditional style guide serving authors and editors in preparing manuscripts for final publication.
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Feb 20, 2024
The SAA Seeks Future Editor/Coeditors of the SAA Archaeological Record
The SAA Publications Committee will begin reviewing proposals for the position of editor or coeditors of tSAR on February 29, 2024, but will accept proposals through March 2024.
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Aug 18, 2023
SAA and RPA Partnership Offers Expanded Meeting Safety
The SAA and the Register of Professional Archaeologists (RPA) are pleased to announce that the two organizations are expanding their relationship to strengthen the SAA’s Meeting Safety Policy.
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Jun 29, 2023
New Poll Finds Continued Support for Archaeology in the US
A majority of Americans overwhelmingly value the work of archaeologists and education about archaeology, according to a 2023 poll released by the SAA and Ipsos.
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Jun 08, 2023
H. and T. King Grant for Archaeology of the Ancient Americas Accepting Proposals
The Society for American Archaeology is pleased to announce that the H. and T. King Grant for Archaeology of the Ancient Americas is open for 2024 proposals. La Sociedad para la Arqueología Americana se complace en anunciar que encuentra abierta la convocatoria para la solicitud de subsidios de investigación al programa H. and T. King Archaeology of the Ancient Americas para 2024.
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May 22, 2023
The SAA Cosigns Position Statement: Guidance on Publication of Sites, Finds, and Samples from Ukraine
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May 08, 2023
2023 SAA Annual Meeting Ombuds Report Now Available
The SAA ombuds are provided as a 3rd party, safety-focused vendor who provides a service to meeting attendees.
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Feb 27, 2023
The Future of Cultural Resource Management Archaeology in the United States
The SAA is hosting a webinar to review the impact that the 1974 Airlie House CRM conference had on the archaeology profession, outline the results of a recent survey on priority topics, and open the floor for conversation about missing or additional workshop topics. Registration is now open.
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Feb 15, 2023
Cecilia Sanhueza and Geoffrey McCafferty Appointed Co-Editors of the SAA Journal Latin American Antiquity
Latin American Antiquity is a quarterly journal that publishes original articles on the archaeology, ethnohistory, and art history of Latin America and the Caribbean and all regions in the continental New World that are south of the current US-Mexico border.
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Dec 01, 2022
SAA Sends Letter to Netflix Concerning "Ancient Apocalypse" Series
The SAA's letter to Netflix and ITN Productions highlights our grave concerns with "Ancient Apocalypse," a show that disparages archaeology and archaeologists and aligns with racist ideologies.
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Oct 13, 2022
Open Call for SAA Committee Service
Committees are a key contributor to SAA operations. The Open Call for SAA Committee Service is now available, and we urge you to apply.
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Sep 22, 2022
2023 Call for Award Nominations is Open
Find out how to nominate yourself or someone else.
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Jul 27, 2022
The SAA Mourns the Loss of SAA President Deborah Nichols
It is with heavy hearts that the SAA board announces the death of Society for American Archaeology (SAA) president Deborah Nichols.
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Jul 26, 2022
Round Two of Meeting Access Grants Open for Applications
The SAA announces the second round of Meeting Access Grants—up to $500 to successful applicants to defray expenses that may be barriers to participating in the SAA 88th Annual Meeting in Portland Oregon.
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Jul 18, 2022
The SAA Extends Our Sympathies to the Family of Kaylen Gehrke
Ms. Gehrke had earned a bachelor’s degree in forensic archaeology and Spanish from the University of Montana in 2019 and was described by her loved ones as a force for positivity and inclusion.