Our Mission
To advance the scientific understanding of the materials found in ceramic art, and to provide information that aids in the interpretation, and preservation of traditional ceramic art and artifacts, as well as the techniques and technologies used in their creations.
Upcoming Events
There are currently no upcoming events for this Division. View our Event Calendar for general ACerS events, or check back here for updates.
Division Resources
Leadership
The Art, Archaeology & Conservation Science Division works cooperatively with leaders in the field to attract and train the future workforce in this area. If you would like to contact any of the AACS Division officers, visit the ACerS online Membership Directory for contact information. You must be a member to access the directory. You may also contact Vicki Evans who will assist you.
2024–2025 AACS Officers
Chair: Fumie Iizuka | University of Wisconsin-Madison
Vice-chair: Tami Clare | Portland State University
Secretary (Interim): Christina Bisulca | Detroit Institute of Arts
Treasurer: Annette Ortiz Miranda | The Walters Art Museum
Trustee: Darryl Butt | University of Utah
Chair of Nominations Committee (Past Chair): Christina Bisulca | Detroit Institute of Arts
ACerS Board of Directors Division Liaison: Dileep Singh | Argonne National Laboratory
President’s Council of Student Advisors Delegates: María Isabel Bucio Herrejón | The Morelia Institute of Technology
Division Awards
Art, Archaeology & Conservation Science: Anna O. Shepard Award
The Anna O. Shepard Award, honors this scientist’s pioneering work in the analysis and description of pottery and ceramics from...
Diversity Statement
The American Ceramic Society (ACerS) values and seeks diverse and inclusive participation within the field of ceramic science and engineering.
ACerS strives to promote involvement and access to leadership opportunity regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation, nationality, disability, appearance, geographic location, career path or academic level.
About The Art, Archaeology & Conservation Science Division
Learn how AACS can help your research and career. Download and share the AACS flyer summarizing the Division’s benefits, mission and focused meetings.