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Institute of Archaeologists of Ireland @iaiarchaeo.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

The #FriendsOfMedievalDublin are hosting their 27th Medieval Dublin Symposium in TCD on Saturday the 3rd of Oct at 9.30am. Tickets can be booked using the link below: buff.ly/SaWIqaK #fmo #TCD #DublinFestivalOfHistory #DCC #DublinCityCouncil #DublinCityLibraries #DublinCityCouncilCultureCompany

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Institute of Archaeologists of Ireland @iaiarchaeo.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

bsky.app/profile/iaia... Just a gentle reminder to all of our members to have their say on our proposal for new membership fees. The survey closes soon!

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Institute of Archaeologists of Ireland @iaiarchaeo.bsky.social · 15/08/2026

Heritage Week 2026 starts today and is on till the 23rd of August! To celebrate our amazing heritage and to support this fantastic initiative, the IAI have many FREE events on this week. Please see our socials and website for more details and info on how to book your tickets! #IAI #HeritageWeek

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Institute of Archaeologists of Ireland @iaiarchaeo.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

The IAI have a number of FREE talks and events coming up for National Heritage Week 2026, check out our socials and events page (buff.ly/N4JJq8o) for more details! #iai #heritageweek #archaeology #getInvolved

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Institute of Archaeologists of Ireland @iaiarchaeo.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

The IAI has a number of FREE talks and events planned for Heritage Week in Ireland, make sure to check out our Web page and socials for more detaiks: www.iai.ie/news-events

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Institute of Archaeologists of Ireland @iaiarchaeo.bsky.social · 08/08/2026

Join archaeologists Alva mac Gowan and John Cronin for a talk on the the Leitrim Community Holy Well Project. This is a FREE event and will be held in Drumshanbo Library on the 22nd August at 11:30am - 12:30. For more info, see the link below: buff.ly/9yrfXO2 #HolyWellsProject #ArchaeologyPlan

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Institute of Archaeologists of Ireland @iaiarchaeo.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

Please see the link and QR code for our survey regarding new membership fees - as discussed at our conference earlier this year. It is only one question so will take no time at all to complete. Also a gentle reminder to members to pay your fees for this year if not already done so! buff.ly/dkwkhve

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Institute of Archaeologists of Ireland @iaiarchaeo.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

The IAI is seeking the assistance of its members and the wider archaeological community to complete a short survey on capacity, for both fieldworkers and specialists in the commercial sector. For more info please see the image. You can complete the survey using the link below: buff.ly/feX4K41

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Institute of Archaeologists of Ireland @iaiarchaeo.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

Digging Deeper into Dublin: Exploring Dublin's Excavation Record Come join us in our online lecture and demonstration on the 20th of August at 7pm to explore the rich archaeological record of Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown, South Dublin, Dublin City and Fingal. Tickets available at: buff.ly/ly5dNQW

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Digging Deeper into Dublin: Exploring Dublin's Excavation Record

An online lecture and demonstration exploring the rich archaeological record of Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown, South Dublin, Dublin City and Fingal

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Institute of Archaeologists of Ireland @iaiarchaeo.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

Join the IAI, IAC Archaeology and Kildare County Council for our free online Heritage Week Lecture with archaeologist Maeve Tobin, as she details findings from two burials from Alasty, Co. Kildare. Tickets available at: buff.ly/11I8A2i #IAI #IrishArchaeology #osteoarchaeology #HeritageWeek

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Institute of Archaeologists of Ireland @iaiarchaeo.bsky.social · 17/06/2026

A reminder that our CPD on 'Dendrochronology and Waterlogged Wood' is taking place this Friday in UCD and we are happy to announce that its now sold out! If you have booked a ticket and cannot attend we would be very grateful if you can please cancel it as we do have a waitlist. TYVM! #iai #iaicpd

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Institute of Archaeologists of Ireland @iaiarchaeo.bsky.social · 13/06/2026

The IAI have been hosting workshops in Ireland to mark European Archaeology Days (EAD). It runs all weekend and here are some photos from one of our workshops focusing on the Vikings in Ireland! #iai #instituteofarchaeologistsofireland #ucdschoolofarchaeology #europeanarchaeologydays #ead

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Institute of Archaeologists of Ireland @iaiarchaeo.bsky.social · 28/05/2026

The IAI are hosting a CPD on dendrochronology and waterlogged wood on Friday the 19th of June 9:30am to 4:30pm. Click on the link below to get reserve your spot on this incredibly interesting and informative subject: www.eventbrite.ie/e/archaeolog...

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Archaeological Wood

Sampling, Recording, Dendrochronological Dating, Identification and Conservation

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Institute of Archaeologists of Ireland @iaiarchaeo.bsky.social · 24/05/2026

The IAI will be holding a CPD event on 'Dendrochronology and Waterlogged Wood' on the 19th of June from 10am to 4:30pm. More details to follow! #archaeology #irisharchaeology #iai #iaicpdevents #iaicpd

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Institute of Archaeologists of Ireland @iaiarchaeo.bsky.social · 17/05/2026

Blue Shield Ireland are hosting a webinar on Protecting Documentary Heritage During Armed Conflict focusing on the Ukrainian Experience and it will be delivered by Dr. Tetiana Shevchenko on June 12th. Please use the QR code to register for this compelling talk. #archaeology #blueshieldireland

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Institute of Archaeologists of Ireland @iaiarchaeo.bsky.social · 06/05/2026

Only one week to go until our next online CPD event, get your tickets and come join us! Approaches to geoarchaeology in urban areas Join Jason Stewart who will outline approaches to geoarchaeology in urban areas. tickets available at: www.eventbrite.ie/e/urban-geoa...

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Urban geoarchaeology

Approaches to geoarchaeology in urban areas

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Institute of Archaeologists of Ireland @iaiarchaeo.bsky.social · 01/05/2026

Please find a link to a survey below on urban environmental sampling and analysis. Further details are contained in the image. docs.google.com/forms/d/1918...

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Institute of Archaeologists of Ireland @iaiarchaeo.bsky.social · 23/04/2026

Only a few days left until Prof. Aidan O'Sullivan & Dr. Brendan O'Neill join us to talk about how people in early med Ireland, made, used & discarded things. This talk will take place on Mon 27 April at 1930. Book your FREE place for this online event at our Eventbrite link here:

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Early Medieval People and Things Project; Instar+

Prof. Aidan O'Sullivan & Dr. Brendan O'Neill will talk on how people in early medieval Ireland, AD 400-1100, made, used and discarded things

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Institute of Archaeologists of Ireland @iaiarchaeo.bsky.social · 20/04/2026

Next week: a fascinating talk by Prof. Aidan O'Sullivan & Dr. Brendan O'Neill, who will talk on how people in early medieval Ireland, AD 400-1100, made, used & discarded things. This FREE online event will take place on Mon 27 April at 1930. Make sure to reserve your spot here:

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Early Medieval People and Things Project; Instar+

Prof. Aidan O'Sullivan & Dr. Brendan O'Neill will talk on how people in early medieval Ireland, AD 400-1100, made, used and discarded things

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Institute of Archaeologists of Ireland @iaiarchaeo.bsky.social · 18/04/2026

That's a wrap! Our 2026 conference is sadly over, but we're already lookingd forward to Belfast 2027! GRMA to everyone who attended/supported the conference, it wouldn't be possible without you! We you enjoyed! #iai2026conference #iaiconference #irisharchaeology #archaeology #archaeologyconference

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Institute of Archaeologists of Ireland @iaiarchaeo.bsky.social · 18/04/2026

A great start to day two of the #IAI2026Conference! We've had a great few sessions and rounds of discussion this morning and look forward to what the afternoon brings!

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Institute of Archaeologists of Ireland @iaiarchaeo.bsky.social · 17/04/2026

One more AGM done and dusted! A huge thank you to the outgoing board and an equally huge welcome to the incoming board! We look forward to the future and to what we can do! #iaiconference #iai2026conference #archaeology #irisharchaeology

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Institute of Archaeologists of Ireland @iaiarchaeo.bsky.social · 17/04/2026

Congrats to Dr Ben Spillane for winning the Peter Woodman award! A very well-deserved win! #iaiconference #iai2026conference #archaeology #irisharchaeology

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Institute of Archaeologists of Ireland @iaiarchaeo.bsky.social · 17/04/2026

Congrats to Dr Ben Spillane for winning the Peter Woodman award! A very well-deserved win! #iaiconference #iai2026conference #archaeology #irisharchaeology

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Institute of Archaeologists of Ireland @iaiarchaeo.bsky.social · 17/04/2026

Congrats to Dr Ben Spillane for winning the Peter Woodman award! A very well-deserved win! #iaiconference #iai2026conference #archaeology #irisharchaeology

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Institute of Archaeologists of Ireland @iaiarchaeo.bsky.social · 17/04/2026

Only a few days left until our FREE online CPD! Make sure to book your place by following our Eventbrite link here: buff.ly/72jFffl

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Institute of Archaeologists of Ireland @iaiarchaeo.bsky.social · 14/04/2026

Our IAI 2026 Conference is nearly here! Make sure you've booked your ticket, as we won't be selling them at the door & sales end tomorrow evening - 15 April 2026. Tickets can be booked here buff.ly/mcSowXv & we look forward to seeing everyone this weekend! #iai2026conference #irisharchaeology

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Institute of Archaeologists of Ireland @iaiarchaeo.bsky.social · 13/04/2026

Don't forget, next week is a FREE online CPD: "An Approach to Illustrating, Visualisations, & Reconstructions Including AI". This event will run from 10-12 22 April 2026. Make sure to reserve your spot by following our Eventbrite link here:

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An Approach to Illustrating, Visualisations & Reconstructions Including AI

Join Sara Nyland Illustration and Design who will show you new approaches to Archaeological Illustrating, Visualisations & Reconstructions

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Institute of Archaeologists of Ireland @iaiarchaeo.bsky.social · 09/04/2026

It's coming up fast - our #IAI2026Conference is nearly here! Make sure to book your spot here buff.ly/mcSowXv , we've got two days full of fascinating talks and we hope to see everyone there!

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Common Threads - Connections across periods, places and practices

Join us in person to explore how different times, places, and traditions are all connected!

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Institute of Archaeologists of Ireland @iaiarchaeo.bsky.social · 02/04/2026

The #IAI2025 conference is coming up fast, we hope you've gotten your ticket! If you haven't already seen our brochure, we have a snazzy flipbook here for you to read through the conference programme & abstracts. Check it out here ->https://buff.ly/4Su2P2F #iaiconference2026 #archaeologyconference

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Online Flipbook

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Institute of Archaeologists of Ireland @iaiarchaeo.bsky.social · 20/03/2026

The IAI conference is approaching! We have 2 days full of fascinating talks on a wide range of topics. The conference will be on 17/18 Apr @ the Clayton Hotel Silver Springs in Cork. To get your ticket, visit buff.ly/a0w2gcF . #iaiconference2026 #archaeologyconference #archaeology #irisharchaeology

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Institute of Archaeologists of Ireland @iaiarchaeo.bsky.social · 24/02/2026

Only a few days left to enter our photo competition! If you haven't submitted an entry yet, now's you're chance. Please submit entries to conference@iai.ie #IAI2026 #irisharchaeology #archaeologyconference

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Institute of Archaeologists of Ireland @iaiarchaeo.bsky.social · 19/02/2026

Entry is now open for the submission of photographic images representing Irish archaeology and heritage. The competition seeks to complement the upcoming conference theme "Common Threads - Connections across Periods, Places, and Practices". #iai2026

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Institute of Archaeologists of Ireland @iaiarchaeo.bsky.social · 03/02/2026

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Institute of Archaeologists of Ireland @iaiarchaeo.bsky.social · 17/01/2026

Don't forget, our first evening lecture of 2026 is this Monday! Join us to hear from Dr Jacinta Smyth of UCD about her First Harvests project. For more info and to reserve your FREE spot, please visit

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First Harvests Project; Jessica Smyth; UCD

Untangling climate, chronology and cereal cultivation in Later Neolithic Ireland 3600-2500 BC

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Institute of Archaeologists of Ireland @iaiarchaeo.bsky.social · 17/01/2026

📢 New Tender Opportunity: Phase Two: Forensic Framework. For more info please visit buff.ly/HMSp1r3 . Queries can be answered through the eTenders platform, the closing date is 13th February 2026.

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European Dynamics - View CfT Workspace

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Institute of Archaeologists of Ireland @iaiarchaeo.bsky.social · 02/12/2025

The Institute of Archaeologists was delighted to sponsor one of the Archaeological Achievement Awards which took place in the Great Hall at Queens University Belfast. Visit our website to read more --> buff.ly/Z88LS1a

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Institute of Archaeologists of Ireland @iaiarchaeo.bsky.social · 24/11/2025

Special delivery! Vol. XXXIV of the Journal of Irish Archaeology has been delivered to our members today. It'll make for some cosy reading on these darkening nights - we hope you'll enjoy! #irisharchaeology #jia #iai #prehistoricarchaeology #archaeology

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Institute of Archaeologists of Ireland @iaiarchaeo.bsky.social · 24/11/2025

This online CPD session explores the concept of “heritage at risk” w/in the context of the 2026 Heritage week events. Visit buff.ly/oB0H1N4 to reserve your FREE spot! #heritageatrisk #irisharchaeology #irishheritage #culturalheritage #heritageweek #heritagecouncil #cpd #archaeologycpd

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Institute of Archaeologists of Ireland @iaiarchaeo.bsky.social · 22/11/2025

Join us on Monday 1 December from 7:30pm to 9pm for a fascinating talk on the archaeological discoveries and history projects in Lucan! To reserve your spot for this FREE event, please visit buff.ly/MiBj9oV #archaeology #archaeologyevent #irisharchaeology #lucan #codublin

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Institute of Archaeologists of Ireland @iaiarchaeo.bsky.social · 06/11/2025

The call for papers for the 2026 #IAIConference is now OPEN! The theme for the upcoming conference: "Common Threads – Connections across periods, places, & practices". The conference will take place at the Clayton Hotel, Silver Springs, Cork on 17/18 April. The deadline for the papers is 31 Dec 2025

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Institute of Archaeologists of Ireland @iaiarchaeo.bsky.social · 12/09/2025

#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 · 05/09/2025

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 · 17/08/2025

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. buff.ly/x0EoTpR

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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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