Organizations

The Association for Roman Archaeology
The ARA is a Registered Charitable Company, Limited by Guarantee, dedicated to supporting and fostering an interest in Roman Archaeology.
http://www.associationromanarchaeology.org/

The Bradshaw Foundation
A non-profit making organisation dedicated to the study, recording and protection of rock art. Aims, directors, CD-rom, types and examples of rock art from across the world.
http://www.bradshawfoundation.com/

CenturyOne Foundation
A nonprofit corporation aiming to fund archaeological projects, historical and biblical research, publications and education on the first century A.D. Projects, articles, online bookstore.
http://www.centuryone.org/

Computer Applications in Archaeology
An international organization bringing together archaeologists, mathematicians and computer scientists. Annual conference proceedings published (list of titles).
http://caa.leidenuniv.nl

Donetsk Centre of the Institute of Oriental Studies
Established to provide contacts and ties of co-operation between scientists in the field of archaeology, history, culture, ideology and social problems of nations of the East.
http://members.tripod.com/oriental_studies/

Earthwatch Institute
This international nonprofit organization places paying volunteers of all ages on short-term research expeditions worldwide. Helps scientists on 140 projects from archaeology to zoology.
http://www.earthwatch.org/

Foundation for Exploration and Research on Cultural Origins
A private foundation started in 1992 by Thor Heyerdahl and Fred Olsen, to further Dr Heyerdahl's vision of archaeology's role in demonstrating the possible relations between peoples of the past.
http://www.ferco.org/

Friends of the Acropolis
Non-profit, non-political organization providing moral and material support for the efforts being devoted to study, protect and conserve the monuments of the Acropolis at Athens.
http://www.acropolisfriends.gr/index.php?lang=en

Global Heritage Fund
The Global Heritage Fund's mission is to help ensure the long-term preservation of humankind's most important and imperiled Global Heritage sites in developing countries.
http://www.globalheritagefund.org

Heritage Education Programs
Hands on archaeology programs for kids. The programs include classroom field trips summer "day" camp and travel programs for families. There is also a glossary of words used in archaeology.
http://www.heritageedu.com

The Institute of Archaeomythology
International organization for cultural research on the beliefs, rituals, social structure and symbolism of prehistoric societies. Includes profile, events, list of publications and journal available to members.
http://www.archaeomythology.org/

Institute of History, Archaeology, and Education
Provides student, teacher, and public programs and activities. Features mission statement, description of programs, staff profiles and contact details.
http://www.ihare.org/

International Council for Archaeozoology (ICAZ)
International organization for those interested in the study of human/animal interactions through the analysis of archaeological animal bones.
http://www.alexandriaarchive.org/icaz/

International Union for Prehistoric and Protohistoric Sciences (I.U.P.P.S.)
Promotes the collaboration between scholars from all countries, working together in total academic freedom. History, constitution, organisation and congresses.
http://www.geocities.com/Athens/Ithaca/7152/index.html

Precolumbian Art Research Institute
Supports research and exploration of Mesoamerican civilizations.
http://www.mesoweb.com/pari/

Protecting Archaeological Sites Today
An on-line organization dedicated to the preservation of archaeological, cultural, and historical sites, through political action and education.
http://home.uleth.ca/geo/jasweb/jasweb.htm

Scientific Methodologies Applied To Cultural Heritage
International non-profit organization that promotes initiatives for applying scientific research to the world's cultural heritage.
http://www.smatch-international.org

Society for American Archaeology
An international organization dedicated to the research, interpretation, and protection of the archaeological heritage of the Americas. Education, government affairs, membership, careers and jobs.
http://www.saa.org/

The Society for Historical Archaeology
This US-based society focuses on the New World, but also includes European exploration and settlement in Africa, Asia, and Oceania. Directors, publications, news, meetings.
http://www.sha.org/

Society for Industrial Archaeology
World-wide group aiming to preserve, interpret and document our industrial past and heritage. Membership information, calendar, conference, action alerts.
http://www.ss.mtu.edu/IA/sia.html