Initiated in 1994 to recognize excellence by an archaeologist whose innovative research, or repeated and enduring contributions, have contributed significantly to archaeology.

This award now subsumes within it three themes presented on a cyclical basis: (1) an Unrestricted or General category (first awarded in 2001); (2) Lithic Analysis; and (3) Ceramic Analysis. The 2005 award will be presented for Excellence in Lithic Analysis.

Awardees

1994

Patricia L. Crown
William A. Longacre

1995

Frederick Matson
Prudence Rice

1996

Dean E. Arnold

1997

Ronald Bishop
James Hill

1998    

Robert L. Rands

1999    

Warren R. DeBoer

2000    

Owen Rye