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2026 Kansas Archeology Training Program Field School

June 4-15, 2026, Russell County, Kansas

KSHS and the KAA have officially partnered on the KATP field school since 1975. The field school allows the public to work alongside professional and experienced avocational archeologists. Participants will have opportunities to help conduct archeological surveys and excavations and process, clean, and catalog materials in an archeology lab. 

Participation and Registration Details:

  • Experience: No prior experience is necessary as training is provided. All KATP participants are required to attend classes on orientation and archeological principles, which last around four hours and are available each day.

  • Age Requirement: Participants must be at least 12 years old. Individuals between ages 12 and 17 must be accompanied by a parent or sponsoring adult.

  • Attendance: Individuals can participate for a single day, a weekend, or the entire field school. Registration for field school activities is limited per day and will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.

  • Fees: Members of the KAA or the Kansas Historical Foundation can participate at a discounted rate; the fee is $35 for standard participants, $25 for participants 65 and older, and $15 for students currently enrolled at a middle school, high school, or college. Nonmembers of the KAA or the Kansas Historical Foundation will pay $90 for registration.

  • Registration: Registration is available online from March 15 through May 29, 2026. 

The Kansas Historical Society does not discriminate on the basis of disability in admission to, access to, or operation of its programs. KSHS requests prior notification to accommodate individuals with special needs or disabilities.

For more information, contact kshs.katp@ks.gov or 785-272-8681, ext. 267.