Welcome!
The Canberra Archaeological Society was formed in 1963 to cater for the needs of all people interested in archaeology. Monthly meetings are held at the Australian National University, with guest speakers talking on a range of topics from Australian prehistory to historical archaeology and classical studies. The Society is an Associate Member of the Federation of Australian Historical Societies.
Members have the opportunity to join in field work involving both site recording and excavation. No experience is necessary as training on the job is provided; enthusiasm is the only requirement and the aim is to enjoy the time in the field.
If you wish to become a member, simply download our membership form, fill it in, and send it in to us with your payment.
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CAS Events
CAS Events Timetable 2016
| Date | Presenter | Event | Location | Cost |
| Wednesday 15 February 2017 CAS/CAR Lecture 6.00pm |
Prof. Matthew Spriggs | The Hidden History of a Third of the World: the Collective Biography of Australian and International Archaeology in the Pacific (CBAP) Project. Please RSVP | Manning Clark Centre, Theatre 6, Bldg 26A, Union Court, ANU | CAS members free |
| Wednesday 15 March 2017 CAS/CAR Lecture 6.00pm |
Dr. Josephine Flood | The cultural riches of ancient S.E. Australia: from Cloggs Cave to Birrigai to Bogong Cave. Please R.S.V.P.
https://josephinefloodlecture.eventbrite.com.au |
National Museum of Australia | CAS members free |
| Wednesday 19 April 2017 CAS/CAR Lecture 6.00pm |
Wally Bell | Topic: Today's Ngunawal Culture and Country: Archaeology From An Aboriginal Perspective. Please RSVP https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/wally-bell-lecture-tickets-33134738896 |
National Museum of Australia | CAS members free |
| Saturday 22nd April 2017 CAS/ANU event |
Tour | Explore Red Hill Camp (tickets) | Intersection of Flinders Way and Durville Crescent, Griffith, ACT | Free for all, please RSVP |
| Sunday 23rd April 2017 CAS/MOTH Heritage Event 10am - 12pm |
Tour | Walk and Talk about Pikes Cottage. Please RSVP | 51 Johnson Dr., Calwell ACT 2905 | Gold coin donation |
| Sunday 4th June 2017 CAS Event |
Tour | Tour and presentation of the Hall School Museum. Please RSVP | Former Hall Primary School, Victoria Street, Hall | Donation to Hall School Museum |
| July 2017 CAS & National Trust (ACT) 9am-6pm |
ACT Heritage Symposium | Theme: TBA | ||
| Wednesday 20 September 2017 CAS/CAR Lecture 6.00pm |
Elizabeth Burness | Tuggeranong Schoolhouse Museum. Please RSVP | National Museum of Australia | CAS members free |
| Wednesday 18 October 2017 CAS/CAR Lecture 6.00pm |
Dr Oliver MacGregor | Failures, disasters, fractures and lithic technology. Please RSVP | National Museum of Australia | CAS members free |
| Wednesday 15 November 2017 AGM 6.00pm Lecture 6.30pm |
Amy Way | Canberra Archaeological Society Annual General Meeting. Please RSVP Topic: The archaeology of Lake George. |
National Museum of Australia | CAS and NMA members free |
| TBC |
Pikes Cottage | Survey of Pike's Cottage. Please RSVP | 51 Johnson Dr., Calwell ACT 2905 | 5 dollar entry fee, CAS members free |
| TBC |
Stone Circle Walk | Walk and survey of Stone Circle in Brindabella Mountains. Please RSVP | TBC | 5 dollar entry fee, CAS members free |
Our Sponsors
Thank you to the Centre for Archaeological Research for joining with us to present the evening lecture series, usually on the third Wednesday of the month at 6.00pm.
Other Thank-yous
Thanks to Russell Kightley for managing our website!