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The Canberra Archaeological Society (CAS) was formed in 1963. The aims of the Society include: to initiate and to organize archaeological research; to foster the public awareness of archaeology; andto encourage the conservation and preservation of archaeological sites and objects.
Anyone and everyone are welcome to attend monthly public lectures held in conjunction with the National Museum of Australia. Guest speakers present a range of topics from Australasian to historical and classical archaeology; and a range of studies relevant to archaeology. CAS prides itself on the informal and friendly atmosphere for these lectures. We welcome students, families, professional archaeologists, and all individuals with an interest in our past. Members receive our monthly meeting reminders, free attendance at talks and events, and also have the opportunity to go on fieldtrips. CAS plans visits to archaeological sites in the region and will provide training in archaeological techniques through organised field excavations. No experience is necessary. We place an emphasis on enthusiasm and enjoyment! Reports from previous projects are available on here. Each year CAS collaborates with other organisations to run the Annual ACT and Region Australian Heritage Partnership symposium – which are at the cutting edge of cultural heritage. CAS also contributes to National Archaeology Week and the Canberra and Regional Heritage Festival, organising public walks and symposiums. CAS advocates for the conservation and study of archaeological sites and collections of artefacts in the ACT. We have provided comments to the Government of the archaeological heritage issues in various development areas. The Canberra Archaeological Student Prize supports students undertaking post-graduate studies (including Honours degrees) in archaeology or closely related fields, in topics with relevance to the Australian Capital Territory and region. For more information about applying for or donating to this scholarship, please contact us or start here. |
Constitution
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The CAS constitution was amended at the AGM in February 2012 to bring us up to date with electronic communications and to make it easier to get a quorum of committee members.
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CAS Archives
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CAS archives are available at the ACT Heritage Library, Level 1, Woden Library, Corinna Street, PHILLIP. Two of our valiant members sorted the chaos into order and compiled a list of the contents. Reports are on the open shelves and anyone can ask to access the archives. Please see this list of archive items.
For more items, see our Archive page |
CAS 2025 Committee
President Joshua Willsher
Vice President Iona Claringbold
Vice President Debbie Argue
Secretary Tash Lyall
Treasurer Ciara Jordan
Social Media Rep. Ryan Deane
ASHA Liason Richard Morrison
General Representative Maddy Upfold
General Representative Meg Dawkins
General Representative Christine Cave
General Representative Shimona Kealy
Vice President Iona Claringbold
Vice President Debbie Argue
Secretary Tash Lyall
Treasurer Ciara Jordan
Social Media Rep. Ryan Deane
ASHA Liason Richard Morrison
General Representative Maddy Upfold
General Representative Meg Dawkins
General Representative Christine Cave
General Representative Shimona Kealy
Contact Us at:
For more information or enquiries, please contact CAS and we will aim to answer all your questions.
email
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address |
Canberra Archaeological Society
GPO Box 2530 Canberra ACT 0201 |