Building 500, Archaeology Center, 106
488 Escondido Mall, Stanford, CA 94305
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Are you interested in learning more about the intersection of Black Studies and Archaeology? Have you ever wondered what community-engaged learning and research looks like in the field of Archaeology?
You are invited to attend the Stanford Archaeology Center's Third Annual Black Archaeology Event, titled "Black Archaeology: Grounded in Community"!
This event welcomes Dr. Alexandra Jones to Stanford University to explore her community-engaged approach to African diaspora archaeology and to discuss her new picture book, Indya the Archaeologist: Old Sacramento. Dr. Alexandra Jones, the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Archaeology in the Community, is an education leader focused on community outreach and service. Jones has been an archaeology educator for more than 17 years focused on making archaeological knowledge accessible to all. Dr. Jones serves as the President for the Society of Black Archaeologists, the current President of the St. Croix Archaeological Society and she serves as the Chair for the US Cultural Property Advisory Committee for the United States.
This event is open to the public. No background experience or knowledge of Black Studies or Archaeology is necessary; everyone from all backgrounds and walks of life are encouraged to learn and attend.
The event will be held in the Stanford Archaeology Center (Building 500 Room 106) and on Zoom on Friday, May 8, 2026 from 4:00PM-5:45PM. From 4pm-5pm, Dr. Jones and moderator Alana Okonkwo will discuss the central importance of community-engaged learning and research in Black archaeology. Additionally, they will talk about Dr. Jones' new book Indya the Archaeologist and have a read-aloud. From 5pm-5:45pm, there will be a reception and book signing of Indya the Archaeologist. Copies of Indya the Archaeologist will be available for purchase during the reception.
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For more information, visit the Archaeology Center's website. If you have any questions, concerns, or are in need of any accessibility accommodations, please reach out to Alana Okonkwo at okonkwo@stanford.edu.