INTERNATIONAL Archaeology Day (IAD) is a celebration of archaeology and its contributions to society. Every October, the Archaeological Institute of America (AIA) and archaeological organizations around the world present a variety of programmes and activities for people of all ages and interests. Whether it’s a family-friendly archaeology fair, a guided tour of a local site, a simulated dig, or a lecture by a visiting archaeologist, the interactive, hands-on IAD events offer opportunities to explore the past and experience the excitement of discovery.

International Archaeology Day is an annual celebration of archaeology held on the third Saturday of October. Established by the Archaeological Institute of America (AIA), the event aims to raise public awareness of archaeology and its contributions to society through activities such as lectures, simulated digs, and museum tours. Organizations around the world including museums, parks, and universities host interactive, family-friendly programmes that invite people of all ages to take part.

Generally, archaeologists study ancient objects that have been buried for hundreds of thousands of years to research the origins of living and non-living things. Their findings reveal the nature, behaviour, and evolution of these objects or organisms. Ultimately, discoveries related to artifacts remind the people of the importance of preserving ancient cultural heritage and maintaining the prestige and integrity of their natural culture and traditions.

In Myanmar, archaeologists from relevant sectors have been striving to discover and study significant aspects of the country’s lost cultural heritage. Over successive periods, they have excavated and uncovered various cultural artifacts that reveal Myanmar’s history and traditions. Thanks to their efforts, the ancient Pyu city-states and numerous archaeological mounds have been identified as valuable historical evidence of Myanmar’s rich past.

Those archaeologists have sought the best methods and techniques to preserve ancient buildings, mural paintings, artefacts, and religious and cultural evidence, as well as royal documents. As a result, the world has come to recognize Myanmar’s culture and heritage. Although archaeologists continue to discover more cultural evidence for the State, they remain committed to ongoing exploration and excavation in the nation’s cultural areas to benefit both the State and its people.

Thanks to archeologists, Myanmar could seek recognitions of the UNESCO over its cultural heritage of Pyu city states and Bagan region as tangible cultural heritage and Atar Thingyan festival as the intangible cultural heritages. Indeed, a prominent day should be designated actually to honour the endeavours of archaeologists throughout the world.