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Field School

Each summer, the Texas Archeological Society (TAS) sponsors an archeological field school to provide training in archeological techniques. During the week-long event, there are many fun activities and learning opportunities for all ages, including excavation techniques, survey methods, a youth program, and special training for newcomers and teachers. Each year, the field school offers a chance to visit a different part of Texas and learn about the early people who lived within that regional environment. Occasionally, the field school will be held two years in the same location. During the week of field school, new friendships are forged, others are renewed, and our collective work makes important contributions to the archeological and historical record.

Information for Upcoming Field School


Archeology Academies

Texas Archeology Academy provides learning opportunities in archeology for those interested in more in-depth information on archeological goals and procedures. Academies are open to all current TAS members and do not require prior experience. Workshops are intended for inexperienced and experienced avocational and professional archeologists, undergraduate and graduate students, and educators. TAS is a provider of professional development and accredited through SBEC. A number of scholarship opportunities are also available.

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Annual Meeting

Each year since 1929, the Society has held an annual meeting in the fall. The format for the get-together usually includes a public session on Friday evening, research papers on Saturday, a banquet with a nationally prominent speaker, and tours on Sunday.

Annual Meeting scholarships are available from the Multicultural Program. See background about these scholarships here. Information specific to the Diversity Program Scholarships, overseen by the Diversity Program Subcommittee, may be found here. Information specific to the Collegiate Scholarships, overseen by the Collegiate Scholarship Subcommittee, may be found here. PDF and online versions of the application forms are available on the website.

Current Meeting Information



Board Meetings

The Board of Directors and the Executive Committee meet four times a year to discuss business operations, finances, membership concerns, and other matters of the Society. Members are welcome to attend Board Meetings to learn more about current and future programs.

Current Year Meeting Schedule



Upcoming Events

    • March 21, 2026
    • March 22, 2026
    • El Paso, Texas
    • 0
    Registration is closed

    The 2026 Rock Art Academy is a two-day TAS Academy that explores regional rock art archeological sites, Mogollon archeological sites, and how investigators use this information to interpret the human and natural histories of an area. Classroom sessions for the Academy will be held at the El Paso Museum of Archaeology with the field session at Hueco Tanks State Park & Historic Site.



    • April 10, 2026
    • April 12, 2026
    • San Angelo, Texas
    • 9
    Register

    The 2026 Archeology 101 Academy is a three-day TAS Academy that teaches participants about site identification, recording and proper excavation techniques in the field of archeology.  Classroom sessions for the Academy will be held at Fort Concho National Historic Landmark with field session at the Chaparral Ranch on April 10-12, 2026. Classroom lectures address the larger field of archeology to help orient new learners with respect to goals, methods, and concepts.



    • April 18, 2026
    • Zoom


    • June 13, 2026
    • June 20, 2026
    • Rockdale Texas
    Register

    In 2026, the Texas Archeological Society (TAS) invites all current and future members to attend our annual summer field school. This year we will be just outside of Rockdale. The week-long program offers activities and learning opportunities for all ages and experience levels, including excavation techniques, survey and laboratory methods, and special training for newcomers and teachers. The TAS website contains detailed information about what to expect at field school and specifics about this year’s archeological goals.

    Please note that by registering you are indicating a willingness to sign a legal release for the event. The required legal release is available for your review here.

    • June 14, 2026
    • Rockdale and Zoom


    • September 13, 2026
    • Zoom


    • October 14, 2026
    • October 17, 2026
    • Santa Fe, NM


    • October 23, 2026
    • Denton and Zoom


February 28, 2026 2026 Zooarcheology and Osteology Academy
January 17, 2026 January 17, 2026 Board and EC Meetings
June 14, 2025 2025 TAS Field School Registration
June 14, 2025 LATE - 2025 TAS Field School Registration
April 12, 2025 2025 Lithics Academy
April 05, 2025 2025 Archeobotany Academy
October 27, 2024 Post-Event Tour at Annual Meeting
October 25, 2024 95th Annual Meeting of the Texas Archeological Society
October 25, 2024 LATE - 95th Annual Meeting of the Texas Archeological Society
October 25, 2024 Annual Meeting - Vendor Table Request
June 08, 2024 2024 TAS Field School Registration
June 08, 2024 LATE 2024 TAS Field School Registration
April 27, 2024 Ceramics Academy
March 08, 2024 Geoarcheology Academy
February 10, 2024 Archeology Workshop For Educators
February 10, 2024 Zooarcheology and Osteology Academy
October 06, 2023 Annual Meeting Student Research Texas State Reception
October 06, 2023 CAS Tour at Annual Meeting
October 06, 2023 Annual Meeting - Vendor Table Request
October 06, 2023 94th Annual Meeting of the Texas Archeological Society
October 06, 2023 LATE REGISTRATION 94th Annual Meeting of the Texas Archeological Society
June 10, 2023 2023 TAS Field School LATE Registration
March 24, 2023 2023 Archeology 101
February 25, 2023 2023 Rock Art Academy
October 21, 2022 93rd Annual Meeting of the Texas Archeological Society
April 23, 2022 Lithics Academy
March 04, 2022 Geoarcheology 201 Academy, Victoria
October 22, 2021 92nd Annual Meeting of the Texas Archeological Society

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