irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $87KCOMPILING, EDITING, PRINTING & DISTRIBUTING HISTORICAL ARCHAEOLOGY JOURNALS, SMALL PUBLICATIONS & NEWSLETTERS, BENEFITING ALL THE SOCIETY'S MEMBERS.
named programs · 5 · from sources
What they call their work
Annual Conference on Historical Archaeology
Coordinates and hosts the society's annual conference to facilitate scholarly exchange and networking in the field of historical archaeology.
Daniel G. Roberts Award for Excellence in Public Historical Archaeology
Honors individuals or organizations for sustained accomplishments in public engagement and historic preservation in historical archaeology.
Historical Archaeology Journal Publication
Compiles, edits, prints, and distributes the peer-reviewed journal Historical Archaeology and other scholarly publications for members.
J. C. Harrington Award
Recognizes lifetime scholarly contributions to historical archaeology through a medal and public acknowledgment at the annual meeting.
James Deetz Book Award
Recognizes well-written, accessible books that advance public understanding of historical archaeology.
activities · 6 groups
What they do
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Recognition and Awards Programs 1 activity
- Administration of awards and recognition programsRecognizes outstanding scholarly and service contributions to historical archaeology through a formal awards program, including the J.C. Harrington Medal (established 1981), the Carol V. Ruppé Distinguished Service Award, and the Daniel G. Roberts Award for public archaeology. Receives and evaluates nomination materials for these awards.
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Organizational DEI Capacity Building 1 activity
- Conducting organizational diversity and inclusion assessmentsConducted a comprehensive diversity audit in 2022 involving policy reviews, focus groups, interviews, and a climate survey with 235 member responses to assess and improve inclusion within the society.
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Archaeological and Cultural Conservation 1 activity
- Conducting research in historical and maritime archaeologyEngages in and promotes scholarly research on historical archaeology from 1400 CE to the present, including the excavation, interpretation, and conservation of archaeological sites and materials on land and underwater, with specific focus on topics such as slavery and maritime heritage.
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Professional Conference & Symposium Organization 1 activity
- Organization of annual conferences and meetingsHosts an annual conference and business meeting for scholars, professionals, and students to present research, exchange ideas, and conduct organizational governance, as mandated by bylaws and supported through membership dues.
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Local History Preservation and Education 1 activity
- Provision of public education and member resourcesDevelops public education initiatives and provides access to curated reading lists and other resources to promote understanding of historical archaeology. Offers full membership privileges including voting rights, access to publications, and eligibility to hold office.
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Uncategorized 2 activities
- Advocacy for ethical and legal standards in archaeologyAdvocates against treasure hunting and for the protection of archaeological resources, including support for the Abandoned Shipwreck Act of 1988. Participates in the Register of Professional Archaeologists and supports anti-harassment and non-discrimination policies across the profession.
- Publication of scholarly journals and books in historical archaeologyProduces and distributes the peer-reviewed journal Historical Archaeology, along with scholarly books, monographs, and newsletters, as a primary outlet for research in historical archaeology since 1400 CE, including studies on slavery, maritime archaeology, and memorial articles on prominent archaeologists. Publication frequency increased from annual to quarterly by 1990.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$1.57M
Contributions & grants$1.03M66%
Program service revenue$457K29%
Investment income$82K5%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$572K
Program expenses59%
Admin / overhead41%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$20K
Largest expense lineProfessional Fees
balance sheet
Total assets$2.67M
Cash$408K
Investments$2.16M
Liabilities$343K
Net assets$2.32M
Liquid reserves53.9 mo
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +183.5%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 13
- ALEXANDRA JONES — DIRECTOR
- ALICIA ODEWALE — DIRECTOR
- ALLISON BAIN — DIRECTOR
- AUDREY HORNING — PRESIDENT-ELECT
- BEN FORD — DIRECTOR
- BONNIE CLARK — DIRECTOR
- CAROLYN WHITE — DIRECTOR
- EDWARD GONZALEZ-TENNANT — DIRECTOR
- JENNIFER MCKINNON — DIRECTOR
- KEVIN BRADLEY — TREASURER
- PATRICIA SAMFORD — DIRECTOR
- RICHARD VEIT — PRESIDENT
- SARAH MILLER — SECRETARY
relationships · 35
Who they work with
- Advisory Council on Underwater Archaeology Partner — ACUA is an affiliated organization represented on the board of directors by its chair.
- Advisory Council on Underwater Archaeology Partner — ACUA is an affiliated organization whose chair serves on the board of directors to represent its interests.
- Advisory Council on Underwater Archaeology Partner — Collaborates with SHA on underwater archaeology initiatives and committee work
- Advisory Council on Underwater Archaeology Partner — Reaffirmed a long-standing and mutually beneficial association through a Memorandum of Agreement to advance cultural resource stewardship and scientific inquiry in underwater archaeology.
- Advisory Council on Underwater Archaeology Partner — Reaffirmed a long-standing association through a formal Memorandum of Agreement to advance responsible cultural resource stewardship and scientific inquiry.
- Advisory Council on Underwater Archaeology Partner — Shares the Society's annual conference in January.
- Advisory Council on Underwater Archaeology Partner — Supports the anti-harassment and discrimination policy of the Advisory Council on Underwater Archaeology.
- Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency Partner — Organization affiliated with board member Jeneva Wright
- FCSH NOVA University of Lisbon Partner — Organization affiliated with board member Tânia Manuel Casimiro
- Gray & Pape, Inc. Partner — Organization affiliated with President Elect Amanda Evans
- John Milner Associates, Inc. Partner — Staff of John Milner Associates, Inc. created and endowed the Daniel G. Roberts Award for Excellence in Public Historical Archaeology.
- Lifting Rocks Climate and Heritage Consulting Partner — Collaborates with the SHA Climate Heritage Initiative on climate and heritage issues.
- Maritime Archaeology Trust Partner — Organization affiliated with Co-Publications Editor Sarah Holland
- Maryland Archaeological Conservation Lab Partner — Organization affiliated with board member Patricia Samford
- Museum of Baptism, Bethany Beyond the Jordan Foundation Partner — Organization affiliated with board member Alasdair Brooks
- New South Associates, Inc. Partner — Organization affiliated with Treasurer Kevin Bradley
- Officers of the SHA Partner — Leadership group responsible for governance and oversight of the Society for Historical Archaeology.
- Queen’s University Belfast Partner — Co-affiliation of President Audrey J. Horning
- Readings in Historical Archaeology Partner — Curates and provides access to a list of scholarly readings in historical archaeology.
- Register of Professional Archaeologists Network — Sponsoring organization of the RPA and uses its grievance process for handling ethics complaints.
- Register of Professional Archaeologists Partner — Sponsoring organization that uses the RPA grievance process for ethics complaints.
- Register of Professional Archaeologists Partner — Supports the Sexual Harassment Policy of the Register of Professional Archaeologists.
- Springer Press Partner — Co-publishes SHA Special Publications and other scholarly works with the Society for Historical Archaeology
- St. Mary’s College of Maryland Partner — Organization affiliated with Secretary Liza Gijanto
- Stanford University Partner — Organization affiliated with board member Ayana Omilade Flewellen
- Texas State University Partner — Organization affiliated with board member Todd Ahlman
- University of Alabama Press Partner — Co-publishes SHA Special Publications and other scholarly works with the Society for Historical Archaeology
- University of Florida Press Partner — Co-publishes SHA Special Publications and other scholarly works with the Society for Historical Archaeology
- University of Nebraska Press Partner — Co-publishes SHA Special Publications and other scholarly works with the Society for Historical Archaeology
- University of Nevada Reno Partner — Organization affiliated with board member Carolyn L. White
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strategies · 5
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Collaborative Knowledge Advancementmethodology: professional-collaboration-networkBy fostering collaboration among scholars, professionals, and students through conferences, publications, and affiliations, the organization advances the discipline, because sustained professional networks accelerate knowledge exchange, mentorship, and collective innovation in historical archaeology.
- Historical-Anthropological Integrationmethodology: historical-anthropological_integrationBy integrating historical and anthropological perspectives, the organization advances the study of the modern world, because this interdisciplinary framework allows for deeper analysis of cultural processes and societal change over time.
- Material and Documentary Synthesismethodology: material_and_documentary_synthesisBy combining analysis of physical remains with historical documents, the organization reconstructs everyday life and long-term societal development, because this dual-source approach provides a more complete and nuanced understanding of the past than either source alone.
- Professional Ethics Enforcementmethodology: professional-ethics-enforcementBy endorsing and enforcing adherence to professional ethical standards through institutional alignment and policy frameworks, the organization strengthens the integrity of historical archaeology, because consistent ethical practice across research, teaching, and public engagement ensures accountability and public trust.
- Public Engagement in Researchmethodology: public-engagement-in-researchBy involving the public in archaeological research and openly sharing findings, the organization advances historical archaeology, because public participation increases societal relevance, promotes preservation values, and broadens the impact of scholarly work while maintaining ethical and legal safeguards.