The Archaeological Institute of America's first ever benefit gala (April 28 from
 7-11pm) will celebrate the AIA's 130th anniversary and the 60th
 anniversary of Archaeology magazine.

Actor Harrison Ford will receive the inaugural Bandelier Award for Service in Archaeology, the Samuel H. Kress Foundation will be honored for its generous support of the AIA's National Lecture Program and annual meeting, and several countries will be highlighted for their rich archaeological resources.

The dinner menu will be an interpretation of a traditional, ceremonial Maya feast, with a selection of desserts from around the world. There will also be live and silent auctions for archaeology-themed items and exclusive trips led by world-renowned archaeologists.

Gala Co-Chairs include Elizabeth Bartman and Brian Heidtke; Honorary Chairs include Ambassador Loucas Tsilas and Mr. & Mrs. Malcolm H. Wiener.

Capitale, 130 Bowery Street, New York.

Tickets are available at the $1,000, $750 and $500 levels. Tables of ten are available for $10,000, $7,500, or $5,000.

Contact:  Jennifer Klahn, 617.363.8709,
 jklahn@aia.bu.edu