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Institute of Archaeologists of Ireland @iaiarchaeo.bsky.social · 26d

#Archaeology2030 wants your input! We are 5yrs into it, & this mid-point is the perfect opportunity to review the outstanding recommendations & actions before we move forward to deliver those in 2026-2030. For more info, visit buff.ly/BQCSCZw #archaeology #projectactionplan #irisharchaeology

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Institute of Archaeologists of Ireland @iaiarchaeo.bsky.social · Sep 5

Dear colleagues, some concerning news has been circulating this week in relation to the 2025 @archaeologyeaa.bsky.social Annual Meeting (Belgrade Virtual). We, the IAI Board, believe it is important to acknowledge & share this info. Please see the full statement, with links, here: buff.ly/8YG0WmV

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Institute of Archaeologists of Ireland @iaiarchaeo.bsky.social · Aug 17

The IAI is firmly against genocide and the destruction of cultural heritage. We have added our name to the list of archaeologists calling for the EAA to boycott Israel and we encourage all our members to do the same. The deadline to add your name is TODAY.

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Open letter to EAA calling for a boycott of Israel

Please fill out the form below and add your name to over 1100 others on this open letter*, calling on the European Association of Archaeologists to respond to ICOMOS Palestine's appeal for cultural…

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Institute of Archaeologists of Ireland @iaiarchaeo.bsky.social · Aug 15

The IAI is proud to support "Drawing on the Past–Wicklow Discoveries" an art exhibition curated by Déantán for #HeritageWeek2025. The exhibition features work by artist Róisín O Meadhra and runs from 18-31 Aug in the Signal Arts Centre, Bray. #heritageweek #archaeologyevents #art

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Institute of Archaeologists of Ireland @iaiarchaeo.bsky.social · Aug 15

Uncover the mysteries of prehistoric Clare w/ "Megaliths of the Metal Ages" for #HeritageWeek2025 w/ Dr. Ros O'Maolduin. Hear about the ongoing analysis of the remains recovered from excavations of the 3 wedge tombs on Roughan hill. To register & for more info visit buff.ly/IJMqBCm #archaeology

Megaliths of the metal ages: The Roughan hill wedge tombs

Get ready to uncover the mysteries of prehistoric Clare at Megaliths of the Metal Ages for Irelands Heritage Week with Dr. Ros O'Maolduin

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Institute of Archaeologists of Ireland @iaiarchaeo.bsky.social · Aug 15

Bog Guardians: Community engagement with our cultural & industrial peatland landscape. A kite flying event—a symbolic engagement with landscape, time, & sky. Part of #HeritageWeek2025. For more info & to register, visit buff.ly/Y6cgeeh
#heritageweek #peatland #offaly #irishpeat #irisharchaeology

Deep Time Agency

Deep Time Agency is an interdisciplinary research initiative that recontextualizes archaeological objects in industrially changed landscapes, in collaboration with local residents, stakeholders and…

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Institute of Archaeologists of Ireland @iaiarchaeo.bsky.social · Aug 14

The IAI is proud to support "Drawing on the Past – Wicklow Discoveries" & would like to invite you to the launch night for this curated art exhibition presenting the work of archaeological illustrator & artist Róisín O Meadhra. RSVP by email to secure your place. #archaeologicalillustration

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Institute of Archaeologists of Ireland @iaiarchaeo.bsky.social · Jul 17

The IAI are currently conducting an Archaeological Professional Profiling Survey. We have had a good response from the call out but would appreciate if as many members as possible could fill out the google form: buff.ly/lLkODFo #archaeology #archaeologicalsurvey #iaisurvey #archaeologyprofession

Institute of Archaeologists of Ireland @iaiarchaeo.bsky.social · Jul 16

We are delighted to announce our next CPD which will take place online on 4 Sep at 10am. Learn all about the Archaeological Survey of Ireland – the past, present & future. To secure your FREE ticket, please visit buff.ly/DSEthBF #archaeologyevents #iaievents #archaeologicalsurvey #NMS #archaeology

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Institute of Archaeologists of Ireland @iaiarchaeo.bsky.social · Jul 9

The survey will take less than 5 minutes to complete and we encourage all employees and employers to complete the survey in order to capture a complete and accurate picture of the current state of the archaeological profession in 2025. The deadline for the survey is Fri 12 July.

Institute of Archaeologists of Ireland @iaiarchaeo.bsky.social · Jul 9

The survey is to assess the profile of the archaeological profession during July 2025. The data will be compared against previous surveys to help determine new strategic directions for the Profession.

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Institute of Archaeologists of Ireland @iaiarchaeo.bsky.social · Jul 9

The IAI are conducting an Archaeological Professional Profiling survey. Link to the survey (buff.ly/M7uSdBc) & GDPR notice attached. Data is being collected anonymously via an online survey using Google Forms & then stored securely on IAI's network.

Institute of Archaeologists of Ireland Professional Profiling Survey

IAI survey July 2025

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Institute of Archaeologists of Ireland @iaiarchaeo.bsky.social · Jun 24

The Office of the Director of Authorised Intervention, Tuam is looking for an Archaeological- Geomatics Supervisor. Applications are through tender only (buff.ly/knLYyuJ ). If you have technical issues with the process you can contact their admin @ [email protected]

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Institute of Archaeologists of Ireland @iaiarchaeo.bsky.social · Jun 11

The IAI would like to draw your attention to an important campaign to help students of history and archaeology in Gaza to complete their degrees: www.iai.ie/2025/06/11/h... . These students are persevering in their education despite the conflict, but need financial support to graduate.

Help Gazan Students to Complete their University Degrees – Institute of Archaeologists of Ireland

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Institute of Archaeologists of Ireland @iaiarchaeo.bsky.social · Jun 3

The IAI would like to direct your attention to a fantastic discovery from Drumanagh, Loughshinny village, Co Dublin - an intact Roman pot, possibly the first of its kind. (buff.ly/WPuGImv) We look forward to eventually seeing the results of these excavations and learning more about they found.

'First ever' intact Roman pot found in Ireland

Archaeologists have found what is believed to be the first intact Roman pot in Ireland ever. The pot was unearthed earlier from an archaeological excavation at Drumanagh, near the village of…

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Institute of Archaeologists of Ireland @iaiarchaeo.bsky.social · May 12

This exciting half-day CPD aims to provide participants with an introduction to the ever-growing use of drone technology within the archaeological profession. It will take place in UCD Ardmore Annex on Mon 19 May from 10am to 1:30pm. For more information and to sign up please visit: buff.ly/R9shLXc

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Institute of Archaeologists of Ireland @iaiarchaeo.bsky.social · May 12

Join us Wed 14/05 from 2-4pm to learn how to make your archaeologicla work more accessible to a wider audience! This in-person event will take place at the Helen Roe Theatre, Antiquaries Building, 63 Merrion Square from 2-4.30pm. For more information and to sign up, please visit: buff.ly/pOiyYwz

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Institute of Archaeologists of Ireland @iaiarchaeo.bsky.social · May 1

Virginia Teehan and all at The Heritage Council are to be commended for a wonderfully organised event at which there was a diversity of voices on the intertwined nature of Hertiage, Identity, Climate, Biodiversity and Economics. (🧵 3/3)

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Institute of Archaeologists of Ireland @iaiarchaeo.bsky.social · May 1

The conference was expertly opened by An Taoiseach Michael Martin and a wonderfully thoughtful and insightful keynote was given by singer and composer Iarla Ó Lionáird. (🧵 2/3)

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Institute of Archaeologists of Ireland @iaiarchaeo.bsky.social · May 1

Our Chair Dr Ros Ó Maolduin and CPD coordinator Dr Ellen O Carroll attended ‘Heritage Horizons: Pathways to the Future’ A National Conference by the Heritage Council today - 01 May 2025. (🧵 1/3)

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Institute of Archaeologists of Ireland @iaiarchaeo.bsky.social · Apr 9

A big thank you to Dr Ayman Hassouna for his talk at the IAI conference!

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Special Conference Lecture – Dr Ayman Hassouna – Institute of Archaeologists of Ireland

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Institute of Archaeologists of Ireland @iaiarchaeo.bsky.social · Apr 5

Day two of our conference! It's been a busy weekend, but the talks have been great! #iaiarchaeology #archaeology #iaiconference

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Institute of Archaeologists of Ireland @iaiarchaeo.bsky.social · Apr 4

Fantastic start to our first day of the conference! Thank you to everyone who has spoken today! #iaiconference #archaeology #iaiarchaeology

Institute of Archaeologists of Ireland @iaiarchaeo.bsky.social · Apr 2

IAC Archaeology, @discoveryprogramme.bsky.social, TVAS Ireland, & @rubiconarchaeology.bsky.social (2/2).

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Institute of Archaeologists of Ireland @iaiarchaeo.bsky.social · Apr 2

A huge GRMA to our sponsors: @nationalmons.bsky.social (key funder), @heritagecouncil.ie, TII (the funder of the student travel bursaries!), Wordwell, Déantán, @uniteunion.bsky.social Archaeology Branch (1/2)

The Heritage Council

The Heritage Council is a public body whose mission is to develop a wide understanding of the vital contribution that our heritage makes to our social, environmental & economic well-being.

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