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Royal Archaeological Institute
AbbreviationRAI
Formation1844
TypeLearned society
PurposeArchaeology, architecture and landscape history in the British Isles
Location
Region served
British Isles
Patron
Charles III
President
Lindsay Allason-Jones
Websitewww.royalarchinst.org

The Royal Archaeological Institute (RAI) is a learned society, established in 1844, with interests in all aspects of the archaeological, architectural and landscape history of the British Isles. Membership is open to all with an interest in these areas.

Activities

One of the institute's principal activities is the publication of the Archaeological Journal, an annual peer-reviewed journal containing reports of archaeological and architectural survey and fieldwork on sites and monuments of all periods, and syntheses and overviews of similar work throughout the British Isles. It also hosts lectures and seminars, and both sponsors and participates in field trips to archaeological sites and landscapes. It works in cooperation with other archaeological bodies and societies. A programme of monthly lectures is held from October to May at the premises of the Society of Antiquaries of London at Burlington House.[1]

Presidents

The following have served as presidents of the institute:[2][3]

See also

References

  1. ^ "About the Royal Archaeological Institute". Royal Archaeological Institute. Retrieved 24 June 2018.
  2. ^ "Past Presidents of the Royal Archaeological Institute | Royal Archaeological Institute". www.royalarchinst.org. Retrieved 22 September 2021.
  3. ^ "RAI Council Members and Officers | Royal Archaeological Institute". www.royalarchinst.org. Retrieved 15 November 2021.