The Archaeological Research Institute is a 501C3 nonprofit organization shaped by passionate local residents, avocational and professional archaeologists to impart appreciation for the rich ancient archaeological heritage of the area.
Through hands-on education, we focus on the identification, preservation, and responsible scientific exploration of prehistoric archaeological sites in Southeast Indiana, Southwestern Ohio and Northern Kentucky areas. ARI excavations are lead by professional archaeologists and are permitted by the Indiana Department of Natural Resources, Division of Historic Preservation and Archaeology. The INDNR and the DHPA have a strict permitting process that requires a detailed archaeological plan that explains the proposed research questions and purpose for excavations. The Guard Site is a known archaeological site in the state of Indiana and all excavations at the site require a permit from the INDNR and DHPA.
Happy Hour History: ARI Speaker Series-Persimmon Herb School
Wed, Oct 4, 6:30 PM
Free
September Archaeology Month: ARI Extravaganza
Sat, Sep 30, 10:00 AM
Free
September Archaeology Month: Ceramics
Sat, Sep 23, 10:00 AM
Free
September Archaeology Month: Layers of Time
Sat, Sep 16, 10:00 AM
Free
ARI Speaker Series: Kevin Nolan & Talon Silverhorn
Wed, Sep 13, 6:30 PM
Free
September Archaeology Month: Collecting Knowledge
Sat, Sep 9, 10:00 AM
Free
Rocks on the Rocks
Tue, Aug 22, 6:30 PM
Free
BioBlitz
Fri, Aug 18, 10:00 AM
Free
Uncovering Local History
Sat, Jul 15, 10:00 AM
Free
Guard Archaeological Preserve Augmented Reality Tour
Sat, Jul 8, 10:00 AM
Free
Guard Archaeological Preserve Grand Opening
Sat, Jun 3, 10:00 AM
Free
Archaeology Day
Sat, Oct 21, 10:00 AM
Free
Happy Hour History: ARI Speaker Series-Persimmon Herb School
Wed, Oct 4, 6:30 PM
Free
September Archaeology Month: ARI Extravaganza
Sat, Sep 30, 10:00 AM
Free
September Archaeology Month: Ceramics
Sat, Sep 23, 10:00 AM
Free
September Archaeology Month: Layers of Time
Sat, Sep 16, 10:00 AM
Free
ARI Speaker Series: Kevin Nolan & Talon Silverhorn
Wed, Sep 13, 6:30 PM
Free
September Archaeology Month: Collecting Knowledge
Sat, Sep 9, 10:00 AM
Free
Rocks on the Rocks
Tue, Aug 22, 6:30 PM
Free
BioBlitz
Fri, Aug 18, 10:00 AM
Free
Uncovering Local History
Sat, Jul 15, 10:00 AM
Free
Guard Archaeological Preserve Augmented Reality Tour
Sat, Jul 8, 10:00 AM
Free
Guard Archaeological Preserve Grand Opening
Sat, Jun 3, 10:00 AM
Free
The Archaeological Research Institute is a 501C3 nonprofit organization shaped by passionate local residents, avocational and professional archaeologists to impart appreciation for the rich ancient archaeological heritage of the area.
Through hands-on education, we focus on the identification, preservation, and responsible scientific exploration of prehistoric archaeological sites in Southeast Indiana, Southwestern Ohio and Northern Kentucky areas. ARI excavations are lead by professional archaeologists and are permitted by the Indiana Department of Natural Resources, Division of Historic Preservation and Archaeology. The INDNR and the DHPA have a strict permitting process that requires a detailed archaeological plan that explains the proposed research questions and purpose for excavations. The Guard Site is a known archaeological site in the state of Indiana and all excavations at the site require a permit from the INDNR and DHPA.