NYAC Website
The New York Archaeological Council (NYAC) was founded to raise awareness of archaeology and archaeological issues of New York State: to provide information of general interest on the history and prehistory of New York as well as about the field of archaeology that provides insight into that history, to provide educational resources about archaeology, to provide information on the conduct of professional archaeology in New York, to serve as a point of reference for anyone that needs to consider archaeological resources in compliance with various laws and regulations that often come into play during construction projects, and to increase the awareness of New York Archaeology to the general public.
NYSAA Website
The New York State Archaeological Association (NYSAA) is composed of avocational and professional archaeologists primarily within New York State, though some of its members can be found throughout the world. NYSAA stands to promote archaeological and historical study, and research covering the artifacts, rites, customs, beliefs and other phases of the lives and cultures of the American Indian occupants of New York State up to and including their contact with the Europeans. Recently, the Association has expanded its focus to include research upon Euro-American archaeological sites post-dating European Contact.
- NYSAA 107th Annual Meeting Registration
New York State Archaeological Association
107th Annual Meeting
April 17-19, 2026
Rochester Airport Marriott
1890 West Ridge Road, Rochester New York 14615Conference Registration
» 2026 NYSAA Registration Form (pdf)
Hotel Accommodations
There has been confusion about the rate for the conference hotel. It is $123 per night. Please follow the directions when making reservations. Booking the hotel is separate from the conference registration. The conference rates are in effect until March 19, 2026. You may reserve a room online via Book your group rate for Archeology Conference or by calling 585-371-6181 M-F from 8:00am-4:00pm, ask for Carolyn and ensure you identify yourself as a member of the NYSAA.
Tour
The 2026 NYSAA conference tour will take place Friday April 17th, 3pm, at the 1816 Quaker Meeting House in Farmington NY. There is no cost for the tour, but registration is required. Please send a note to tour@nysarchaeology.org.
» Tour of Farmington Quaker Meetinghouse (pdf)
Transportation
Shuttle service from the Rochester International Airport is available. Contact the Hotel upon arriving at the airport to make arrangements for the shuttle service.
Student Rates
Special Student rates are available for high school and college students, provided a copy of a valid Student ID is included with the registration form. The special rates cover both the registration fee and banquet meal.
Meals
Friday night dinner is on your own. The Images Restaurant & Bar is located at the hotel for your convenience, and there are several other nearby dining options. Additional information will be included in your Conference Registrant packet.
Meal plans are available for breakfast on Saturday and/or Sunday, and for lunch for Saturday only. The Conference Banquet is a sit-down dinner and will take place on Saturday evening. Please refer to the registration form for meal selections.
Spouses/friends of those attending who do not plan to participate in the session but would like to join us for one or more meals may do so without registering for the conference.
Arts & Book Sale – Saturday, 8AM to 5:30 PM
Join us in Marriott’s “Olympia Room,” right next to Images Restaurant & Bar, to meet Haudenosaunee artisans and see their work, and to browse through publications to add to your reference library. (No archaeological artifacts for sale.) Spacious 6-foot tables are available, and all vendors must make reservations to rent space:
- Artists and book sellers: $25 per 6 ft table, or $15 for ½ table – an affordable way to connect with attendees.
Table space is limited and reservations are required. Contact Justin Tubiolo (tubiolo@juno.com) to reserve your space. Do not include Arts & Book Sale table rental with the Conference Registration. Please make checks or money orders payable to Lewis Henry Morgan Chapter, NYSAA and mail to Justin Tubiolo, 67 Midland Drive, Webster NY 14580.
- Call for Papers: April 2026 NYSAA Conference
New York State Archaeological Association
107th Annual Meeting
April 17-19, 2026ROCHESTER AIRPORT MARRIOTT
1890 West Ridge Rd, Rochester, NY, 14615The 2026 NYSAA conference will be held in Rochester, NY, April 17-19. Anyone interested in presenting a paper or poster session pertaining to the archaeology of New York and adjoining regions, including the Niagara region of Ontario, is welcome to submit a paper as well as a themed session. Because of the rich abolitionist history of Rochester, one session will be offered on African American archaeology in upstate New York. Other suggested themes include papers on the Erie Canal (200th anniversary), the Revolutionary War (225th anniversary), and the Haudenosaunee. Presentations should be 20 minutes in length. Easels will be provided for posters, which can be any size up to 48” x 60”.
The lead presenter of either a paper or a poster must be a member of the NYSAA. To join a chapter near you, visit nysarchaeology.org/nysaa/join-nysaa/. If you do not live near a chapter, you may join as an At-Large member (Individual = $20, Student = $10). Individuals are limited to one paper or poster, although individuals may co-author multiple papers. Please send your title, abstract (under 150 words), and session if themed, affiliation (chapter and/or institution), and contact information to Sherene Bauger, Program Chair at sbb8@cornell.edu.
Conference details will be provided in the January call for papers.