The Narragansett Society
The Rhode Island Chapter of the Archaeological Institute of America. Founded 1908.
About the Narragansett Society
The Narragansett Society is an active branch of the Archaeological Institute of America, which aims to expand archaeological knowledge and appreciation of the ancient world through a wide variety of lectures and events open to the public.
This local society of the AIA was originally founded in 1908 as the Rhode Island society, renamed the Providence society in 1936 and renamed the Narragansett society in 1982 to the present.
To learn more about the AIA visit About the AIA.
Current officers
- Katharina Galor, president
- Rosalie and Charles Baker, vice presidents
- Alex Thompson, event coordinator
- Katherine Marino, secretary
- Angela Hussein, treasurer
Membership
Members of the Narragansett Society and AIA range from professional archaeologists to archaeology enthusiasts. Please contact Katherine Marino, secretary of the Narragansett Society, to become a member.
Benefits of becoming an AIA member of the Narragansett Society:
- Affiliation with the Narragansett Society, where you can attend lectures by distinguished archaeologists and participate in other engaging events. There are over one hundred local societies in the United States and Canada.
- The latest archaeological news through the bi-annual AIA Newsletter, and the weekly eReport.
- 30% discount on registration for the AIA Annual Meeting, where the latest archaeological research and discoveries are presented.
- 10% discount on archaeologically-focused books published by the AIA
- The opportunity to join one of 9 archaeology-related interest groups. Interest groups bring together AIA members with shared interests in specific topics, usually regional or scholarly areas of study.
- An exclusive membership decal to proudly display your connection to America’s oldest and largest archaeological organization.
- Information about AIA Tours which explore the world’s most intriguing archaeological sites with leading AIA experts.
- Eligibility to apply for one of numerous AIA fellowships for students and other scholars. Academic job seekers may also use job placement services at the AIA Annual Meeting.
- Members may choose to receive one or both of the AIA’s premier publications: Archaeology magazine and the American Journal of Archaeology.
Please check the AIA website for further information on AIA membership. Questions regarding overall AIA membership can be sent to Tracy Spurrier, the AIA Membership Services Coordinator.
Links & Resources
National Resources
- Archaeological Institute of America
- American Classical League
- American Philosophical Association
- Society for American Archaeology
- Anthropological Association of America
Regional Resources
- Institute for Archaeology and the Ancient World at Brown University
- Haffenreffer Museum of Anthropology
- The Program in Ancient Studies at Brown University
Other Local Societies:
Publications of Interest
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