The Southwest Texas Archaelogical Society [SWTAS] was founded in 1967. It is a local society of the Archaeological Institute of America [AIA], the largest North American association for archaeogy. Its members include professional archaeologists, students and people from all walks of life. It fosters archaeology in all areas of the world including the Americas and is particularly strong in the archaeology of the Ancient Mediterranean. The AIA has local societies across the United States and Canada. The SWTAS covers the area around San Antonio, Texas. There are other Texas local societies in Houston, Dallas, Austin and the Brazos Valley.
Several times a year, the Southwest Texas Archaeological Society, with the support of the AIA, brings renowned archaeologists to San Antonio to give presentations on their work. The lectures are pitched at a level suitable for both professional archaeologists and the general public. From time to time, the SWTAS also holds fundraising banquets and other events to support its lecture program.
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