NSW Aboriginal Archaeology Future Forum 2026

The NSW Aboriginal Archaeology Future Forum is a one-day forum on First Nations archaeology in NSW for Aboriginal community, archaeological consultants, heritage managers and researchers. The forum has a focus on community and country, with a key aim to bring community aspirations regarding archaeological research to the fore. It provides an opportunity to share knowledge; showcase current projects and achievements; and discuss aspirations for the future of archaeological conservation, research and heritage management. The event includes presentations from individuals and panel discussions on a range of areas important to community archaeology.

This year the Forum will be held at Chau Chak Wing Museum at The University of Sydney, on Gadigal Country. The day will start at 8.30am with a Welcome to Country and Smoking Ceremony provided by the Metropolitan Local Aboriginal Land Council, and the Forum will finish at about 5pm. Morning tea and lunch will be provided. If you have any questions, please email us at NSWArchaeologyForum@gmail.com We are looking forward to seeing you at the Forum!

The Forum is presented by the AACAI NSW/ACT Chapter and the Australian Museum, with the generous support of APA Group, Archstone Archaeology Australia, Artefact Environment and Heritage, Beca, Chau Chak Wing Museum, Eco Logical Australia, EMM, Extent Heritage, Lantern Heritage, OzArk Environment and Heritage, Regal Heritage, Umwelt, and Virtus Heritage.