The Society for American Archaeology announced Friday, February 7, 2025, that archaeologist and Choctaw tribal member Dr. Joe Watkins has been selected to receive the Society’s 2025 Lifetime Achievement Award.
Dr. Daniel Sandweiss, President of the Society, wrote in his letter of notification: “Congratulations on your achievement! The selection was made by the Lifetime Achievement Award Committee, on behalf of the entire Society. This award is one small way in which SAA can express its appreciation for your outstanding contributions to archaeology.”
The award will be presented in person at the Society’s Annual Business Meeting and Awards Ceremony, Friday, April 25, 2025, from 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. in Grand Ballroom I of the Sheraton Denver Downtown Hotel in Denver, Colorado.