The Illinois Archaeological Survey is pleased to announce two grant opportunities for 2026! A Research Grant and a Native American Scholarship Award for up to $2000 each are now available to apply for. These awards are intended to promote the documentation, interpretion, and preservation of  the archaeological resources of the State, to disseminate information about the cultural heritage of Illinois, and to encourage professional development, collaborative research, and scholarship. 

The application deadline for the research grant is May 1st and the Native American Scholarship Grant is opened ended, or until awarded.  These grants are open to anyone to apply. Please submit applications to IAS president Clare Tolmie ctolmie@illinois.edu. For more information and instructions on how to apply please see:  IAS 2026 Research GRANT .pdf  and IAS Scholarship Award.pdf