About the Festival
The CBA Festival of Archaeology incorporates hundreds of in-person and virtual events delivered by community groups, heritage organisations, universities, commercial units, and more.
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Archaeology and Community in 2024
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This year our Festival of Archaeology theme will be Archaeology and Community
The Council for British Archaeology (CBA) will be celebrating its 80th anniversary in 2024 – the perfect opportunity for us all to celebrate the incredible grassroots groups, societies and individuals that share a passion for archaeology across the UK.
At its heart, archaeology is all about people and how we explore and interpret the past through the lens of the present day. Archaeology has the unique ability to bring people from all walks of life together through our shared sense of community – what it meant in the past, what it means to us now, and how we can shape our future.
Event Organiser Information
Welcome to our brand new Festival of Archaeology Organiser Area!
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Festival event listing
Search the 2023 Festival event listing here. The 2024 Festival event listing will open in February.
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Festival Resources
Our Festival of Archaeology resources allow you to enjoy the Festival all year round, from wherever you are!
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How to Submit Your Resource
Take a look at our step-by-step guide to submitting your Festival of Archaeology Resource
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Sponsoring the Festival
Can your organisation sponsor the Festival of Archaeology throughout the year?
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Our Festival of Archaeology resources allow you to enjoy the Festival all year round, from wherever you are! Discover them below.
Festival Resources
Contact Us
Do you have any questions? We're happy to help!
For general enquiries , please get in contact with us at [email protected]
To discuss sponsorship opportunities please contact Claire Corkill, CBA Development Manager at [email protected].
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European Archaeology Days
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Royal Archaeological Institute
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