THE ARCHEOLOGICAL
SOCIETY OF VIRGINIA
A 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization supporting the discovery and preservation of Virginia historical sites and artifacts
SOCIETY OF VIRGINIA
A 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization supporting the discovery and preservation of Virginia historical sites and artifacts
Save the Date! ASV Annual Meeting
September 24-27, 2026 in Richmond
September 24-27, 2026 in Richmond
Guess who’s headed back to the River City? That’s right—we are officially returning to Richmond for our upcoming meeting September 24th–27th at the Drury Plaza Hotel! We are excited to reunite in such a vibrant, historic city for this year’s meeting. Mark your calendars and prepare for a jam-packed weekend of learning, networking, and the best company around!
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW:
Exciting, Informative Paper Sessions
Get ready for some brain fuel. We’ll have a lineup of exciting and informative paper sessions that cover the latest in what friends and colleagues have been up to in the last year. Whether you’re looking for new data or fresh inspiration, these sessions are going to be a highlight.
New This Year: The Silent Auction!
We are thrilled to introduce a Silent Auction to our program! We’ll have some incredible items up for grabs, so come prepared to outbid your friends and colleagues! Stay tuned for a sneak peek of the items!
A Taste of RVA – What’s a trip to Richmond without great food?
We are currently finalizing a locally catered dinner (menu TBD) that will showcase the best flavors the city has to offer. Stay tuned for the big reveal!
Fresh, Fast Registration
We’ve upgraded! We are debuting a brand-new meeting registration form this year to make the process smoother than ever.
MEETING AND BANQUET TICKETS
Meeting – $40, Banquet – $45
REGISTER for the 2026 Annual Meeting Here!
HOTEL RESERVATIONS:
Book Online: Choose Drury Hotel ASV Rate
Book by Phone: Call 1-800-325-0720 and refer to Group Number 10180133.
The best part? No deposit is required to hold your room today!
HOTEL DETAILS
Drury Plaza Hotel Richmond, 11049 W. Broad Street, Glen Allen, VA 23060
The Deal: We’ve secured a fantastic rate of $180.24 per night after tax!
$360.48 for a two-night stay (with tax)
$540.72 for a three night stay (with tax)
*Pet friendly hotel! $65.00 fee*
Your stay includes some pretty great perks:
24 hour coffee, tea and water
Daily Hot Breakfast: A full buffet to fuel your morning
The “5:30 Kickback”: A nightly evening buffet
Cheers! Up to 3 complimentary alcoholic beverages per guest each evening (when staying at the hotel)
Free Parking: No hidden fees for your vehicle
Refrigerator and microwave in each room
Don’t wait—grab your tickets and reservations now and let’s make 2026 our best year yet. See you there!
OUR HOST HOTEL
Join Us!
Volunteer!
Have You Found an Archeological Site?
The ASV Archeology Technician Certification Program
Have you investigated the ruins of a log cabin and gotten excited about the hidden history around us? When you were a kid, did you want to be an archaeologist? It’s not too late!!
In Virginia, the Archeological Technician Certification Program was created to give individuals an opportunity to obtain, under professional guidance, recognition for formal and extended training in the techniques and goals of archeology. LEARN MORE
Visit Us at Historic Kittiewan
The historic manor house, situated on beautiful grounds along Kittiewan Creek in Charles City County, Virginia, is open the second Saturday of the month, April-December, 10 am to 4 pm. School field trips and tours for organizations are welcomed, please call (804) 829-2272 for appointment. LEARN MORE
