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Association of Iowa Archaeologists

The Association of Iowa Archaeologists is a nonprofit organization of professional archaeologists dedicated to promoting and working for the preservation of Iowa’s archaeological sites and cultural heritage.  Our purpose is to:

  • Create and promulgate public understanding and scientific interest in Iowa archaeology through sponsorship of field trips, meetings, and publications on the archaeology of Iowa;
  • Develop professional and scientific standards for report preparation, excavation, and curation of archaeological materials recovered in the State of Iowa.

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