Step into the vibrant city of New Orleans for the 2025 AAA Annual Meeting (November 19–23), where we’ll unravel the theme of “Ghosts.” Join anthropologists from around the world as we explore the eerie and evocative—how the past lingers in the present, and how the unseen shapes our everyday realities. From haunted histories to spectral possibilities, embrace the creative power of the immaterial in a city where mystery and memory intertwine.
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The American Anthropological Association was founded in 1902 and is the largest scholarly and professional organization of Anthropologists. Every year we bring together a wide audience of anthropologists and enthusiasts to advance the field of anthropology, share cutting edge work and new discoveries, network and find mentoring and career opportunities. The Annual Meeting offers an unparalleled opportunity to learn, catch up with friends, and meet new people.
