The Digital Archaeological Record, tDAR

09/25/2026

tDAR will be undergoing scheduled maintenance starting at 5pm AZT today and will be unavailable through this weekend - Apologies for any inconvenience! We'll be back to normal on Monday, September 28, 2026!

02/20/2026

Did you know we're offering every interested researcher 5 FREE UPLOADS in tDAR?? Yes, that means you! It's the perfect opportunity to put your Data Management Plan into action! Contact [email protected] for your voucher code and digitally curate & preserve your research for the future, today!

10/13/2025

The good news: tDAR is back up! 🥳 However, we are still completing some routine maintenance that may effect your tDAR experience - All should be back to normal by tomorrow, 10/14/2025. Thank you for your patience!

10/13/2025

tDAR is down at the moment - Our apologies for the inconvenience! We will let you know when it's back up! Thank you for your patience 🫶

10/13/2025

12/18/2024

tDAR is currently down for system maintenance, and will be back better than ever soon! Thank you for your patience!

09/25/2024

The National Maritime Heritage Grants Program (NMHGP) is now accepting applications for National Maritime Heritage Preservation Grants and National Maritime Heritage Education Grants. $3 million is available for FY24 National Maritime Heritage Grants for the National Maritime Heritage Grants Program. National Maritime Heritage Grants are administered by the National Park Service's National Maritime Heritage Program in partnership with the Department of Transportation's Maritime Administration. Grant projects are intended to help preserve our historic maritime resources and to promote and educate the public about America's extensive maritime heritage legacy.

Preservation Grants are available for $100,000 - $750,000.

Education Grants are available for $50,000 - $250,000.

Eligible applicants include:
- The 59 State Historic Preservation Offices to include each of the 50 states, the 5 territories, the District of Columbia, and the 3 Freely Associated States of Micronesia for in-house projects and/or subgrant programs.
- The National Trust for Historic Preservation

Before applying, please make sure that you have read and understand the limitations of each funding opportunity and have carefully reviewed the Notice of Funding Opportunity. The Notice of Funding Opportunity contains all the information you will need to create a successful application. https://www.nps.gov/orgs/1220/maritime-heritage-grants.htm National Conference of State Historic Preservation Officers National Trust for Historic Preservation

08/30/2024

We need to narrate the new tDAR video intro!

08/29/2024

🚨The VCP is Hiring!🚨

Apply today to join the upcoming November 2024 - March 2025 session in:

🔴 Alexandria, VA
⚪ Augusta, GA
🔵 San Mateo, CA
🔴 St. Louis, MO

If you or someone you know is interested in applying, check out https://veteranscurationprogram.org/
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08/28/2024

Exciting news! The 2025 Conference on Public Archaeology is happening in Washington, DC on August 8-9, 2025! Hosted by Archaeology in the Community, this event is a must-attend for public-minded archaeologists and cultural heritage professionals.

Abstract submissions open in August 2024, and advanced registration starts in March. Don't miss out on a chance to join workshops, panels, and special events tackling key topics like:

🔹 Diversifying representation
🔹 Public archaeology & Section 106
🔹 Community science & site stewardship
🔹 Climate impacts on heritage
🔹 Digital outreach & education
🔹 Engaging with schools & educators

This unique conference will skip traditional paper presentations in favor of discussions, hands-on activities, and networking opportunities. Let's shape the future of archaeology together! https://www.fpan.us/projects/2025-conference-on-public-archaeology/