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Arizona Archaeological and Historical Society

Tucson, AZ · EIN 866050701 · Form 990 · FY2021 · NTEE A82Z · Arts, Culture & Humanities · Micro (<$100K) · www.az-arch-and-hist.org
revenue
$69K
expenses
$66K
net assets
$958K
employees
0
volunteers
17
program ratio
79%
mission · from form 990

The objectives of the Arizona Archaeological and Historical Society (AAHS) are: to encourage scholarly pursuits into the history and anthropology of the southwest United States and northwest Mexico; (see Schedule O for full mission statement)

profile · synthesized from sources

The Arizona Archaeological and Historical Society (AAHS) is a membership organization founded in 1916 and affiliated with the Arizona State Museum. It fosters the growth and sharing of knowledge about the diverse communities and cultural history of the U.S. Southwest and Northern Mexico. AAHS publishes a quarterly journal, Kiva, and a monthly newsletter, Glyphs, and offers educational and social opportunities through lectures, workshops, and field trips.

named programs · 11 · from sources

what they call their work

Carryl B. Martin – F. Lewis Orrell, Jr. Research Grant
An annual grant awarded for research.
Douglas B. Craig Memorial Research Grant
An annual grant awarded for research.
F. Lewis Orrell Jr. Bequest Curriculum Development Award
An annual grant awarded for curriculum development.
Glyphs
A monthly newsletter announcing educational and social opportunities, events, and articles related to the society's interests.
Julian D. Hayden Paper Competition
An annual competition for papers related to archaeology and history.
Kiva
A quarterly journal publishing original research in southwestern anthropology and history, recognized as an internationally professional journal.
Oral History Project
A project to document and preserve the history of southwestern archaeology through interviews with key figures.
Research and Travel Grants
Annual grants awarded to support research and travel in archaeological and historical fields.
Roots of Southwestern Archaeology
A program focused on retaining the history of southwestern archaeology and the history of AAHS itself, aiming to leave a legacy for future generations.
Subvention Grants
Annual grants awarded to support publications or other projects.
Traditional Technologies Program
Offers travel support for Native American and Hispano artists and scholars, and non-Native students and scholars who practice or study Southwestern traditional arts and technologies.
activities · 8 clusters

what they do

  • Historical Research & Student Scholarship Programs 2 activities
    • Annual grant program
      Awards annual grants in six categories: Research and Travel Grants, F. Lewis Orrell Jr. Bequest Curriculum Development Award, Subvention Grants, Douglas B. Craig Memorial Research Grant, Julian D. Hayden Paper Competition, and Carryl B. Martin – F. Lewis Orrell, Jr. Research Grant to support research and academic development in anthropology and history.
    • Awarding grants for research and curriculum development
      Awards annual grants in six categories, including Research and Travel Grants, Curriculum Development, and various memorial research grants, to support work in southwestern anthropology and history.
  • Member Benefits and Support Services 2 activities
    • Member benefits and resources
      Provides members with access to field trips, discounted JSTOR subscriptions, book discounts, and for Kiva-level members, four annual issues of the journal Kiva and online access to past issues.
    • Providing member benefits
      Provides members with access to field trips, discounted JSTOR subscriptions, book discounts, and for Kiva level members, four annual issues of Kiva and online access to past issues.
  • Historical Collections & Archives Management 2 activities
    • Oral history and archival research projects
      Conducts oral history interviews and compiles archival materials, including data on the history of antiquarianism in Arizona, membership lists, and biographical sketches of early AAHS members, to preserve the history of southwestern archaeology and the organization itself.
    • Preserving the history of Southwestern archaeology and AAHS
      Undertakes projects, including an Oral History Project, to preserve the history of southwestern archaeology and the history of AAHS for future generations, and compiles data files on the history of antiquarianism in Arizona.
  • Folk & Traditional Arts Fellowship Programs 2 activities
    • Providing travel support for traditional arts and technologies
      Offers travel support through the Traditional Technologies Program for Native American and Hispano artists and scholars, and non-Native students and scholars who practice or study Southwestern traditional arts and technologies.
    • Traditional Technologies Program
      Provides travel support to Native American and Hispano artists and scholars, as well as non-Native students and scholars, who study or practice Southwestern traditional arts and technologies; established in 2018 to promote inclusive scholarship and cultural preservation.
  • Indigenous Storytelling & Media Production 2 activities
    • Publication of Kiva journal
      Produces and publishes Kiva, a quarterly, peer-reviewed journal featuring original research in southwestern anthropology and history, recognized as an international professional publication.
    • Publishing scholarly journals and newsletters
      Publishes Kiva, a quarterly journal featuring original research in southwestern anthropology and history, and Glyphs, a monthly newsletter announcing educational and social opportunities.
  • Public History Lectures & Symposia 1 activity
    • Public lectures and events
      Hosts hybrid public lectures, such as the in-person event held on April 21 at the San Pedro Chapel, to engage the public with topics related to archaeology and history.
  • Member-Focused Newsletter Publishing 1 activity
    • Publication of Glyphs newsletter
      Produces and distributes Glyphs, a monthly newsletter that communicates educational and social opportunities to members and the public, including special anniversary content such as articles commemorating the organization's 100th anniversary in 2016.
  • Uncategorized 2 activities
    • Hosting public lectures and events
      Hosts hybrid public lectures, including in-person events, and organizes a used book sale during the Tucson Festival of Books.
    • Used book sale at Tucson Festival of Books
      Hosts an annual used book sale on the lawn in front of the Arizona State Museum during the Tucson Festival of Books, offering public access to archaeological and historical materials.
financials · form 990 · fy2021

the money

revenue
Total revenue$69K
Contributions & grants$40K59%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$11K15%
Other revenue$18K
expenses
Total expenses$66K
Program expenses79%
Admin / overhead21%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$8K
Largest expense lineFacilities
balance sheet
Total assets$958K
Cash$958K
Investments$0
Liabilities$0
Net assets$958K
Liquid reserves173.9 mo
3 years on record · 2019–2021 · YoY revenue +5375.5%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2021

who runs it

board members · 11
  • Alicia Hayes — Member
  • Daniel Montoya — Member
  • Deil Lundin — Vice President Membership
  • Galen McCloskey — Member
  • Martin Welker — ASM Representative
  • Rebecca Harkness — Student Representative
  • Ric Shorrock — Member
  • Samuel Fayuant — Member
  • Savanna Moore — Communications Student Rep
  • Sharlot Hart — Member
  • Stacy Ryan — Member
relationships · 11

who they work with

  • Arizona State Museum Partner — Affiliated with the Arizona State Museum and hosts events on its lawn.
  • Arizona State Museum Partner — Collaborates with the Arizona State Museum, hosting events on its grounds and sharing historical and archaeological focus.
  • CRC Press Partner — Offers members a 30% discount on full-priced books
  • CRC Press Partner — Provides members with a 30% discount on full-priced books.
  • JSTOR Partner — Offers members access to JSTOR at half-price through their Jpass program.
  • JSTOR Partner — Offers members the opportunity to subscribe to JSTOR at half-price through their JPASS program.
  • JSTOR Partner — Provides members with discounted access to JSTOR through the Jpass program
  • Routledge Partner — Offers members a 30% discount on full-priced books
  • Routledge Partner — Provides members with a 30% discount on full-priced books.
  • Taylor & Francis Publishing Partner — Partnership for publishing and member book discounts
  • Taylor & Francis Publishing Partnership Partner — Maintains a publishing partnership.