Archeology (which may also be spelled archaeology) is the scientific study of past human cultures by analyzing the material remains that people left behind. This category lists sites on the topic of archeology.
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Archaeological Institute of America
Archaeological Institute of America is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the world of archaeology. The website provides information not just about the organization but also on archaeology per se. The website contains educational resources that will be of great help in learning archaeology. The website also features the organization's publications, conferences, news, lectures, annual meetings, fieldworks, site preservation, tours and membership information as well as AIA Archaeology Watch.
http://www.archaeological.org/
Maintained by the Archaeological Legacy Institute, an independent, non-profit, tax-exempt research and education corporation, founded for the purpose of addressing a number of issues facing archaeology and its beneficiaries. Featured here are audio and video programs focused on archaeological issues, teacher resources, news, and links to additional related information.
http://www.archaeologychannel.org/
Hosted by Hominidae, this site features a diagrammatic overview of the species of hominid, information about human ancestries, and a perspectives section reflecting the diversity in opinion and experience found in the fields of archaeology and anthropology, as well as an online bookstore.
http://www.archaeologyinfo.com/
The official publication of the Archaeological Institute of America is available in both print and online version. This website is the online publication of AIA that provides latest archaeological news, featured articles, reviews and shows, blog, interactive digs, interviews and videos. The website also features articles from the magazine's current issue and also has subscription information.
http://www.archaeology.org/
Current Archaeology is a British publication dedicated to the science of archealogy. You can access information on archeological digs underway around the world from this website. You can also read about upcoming archeological conferences here, something of interest if you work in the field.
http://www.archaeology.co.uk
The Department of Archeology and Historic Preservation at Washington State University is an academic department. The site provides information on how the department studies these subjects. You can also find out how local governments can take action to preserve historic sites.
http://www.dahp.wa.gov/
The Friends of the Hunley is an organization dedicated to preserving the memory of one of the world's first submarines. You can find out that the archeology, conservation and recovery of the H.L. Hunley, and American submarine that sank in 1864. You can also find general historical information about the submarine from this website.
http://www.hunley.org/
Mesoweb is a website dedicated to the history of Mesoamerican cultures. The website has articles on a variety of subjects such as the mythology and history of these cultures. You can also find a list of books to consult if you want to research this topic further. The site is also available in Spanish.
http://www.mesoweb.com
Society for American Archaeology
The Society for American Archaeology is an American association for those who work and study in the field of archeology. You can find information about career opportunities in the field here. The site also has a dedicated section for members of the press reporting on this subject.
http://www.saa.org
Society for Historical Archeology
The Society for Historical Archeology is an organization for researchers and academics who conduct this specialized kind of archeology. The site has information for students considering the field and job listings. You can also find an introduction here to the new field of underwater archeology.
http://www.sha.org
Stone Pages is a historical information website dedicated to Stonehenge and related ancient stone sites across Europe. The website has details on over five hundred archeological locations in England, France, Ireland, Italy, Scotland and Wales. There are also many interesting photos of these sites available here.
http://www.stonepages.com/
