GENERAL INFORMATION:  The Archaeological Conservancy (Conservancy) is the only national organization that acquires, preserves, and manages archaeological sites in the United States. Founded in 1980, the Conservancy has preserved over 585 sites across the nation, ranging in age from the earliest habitation sites in North America to a 19th-Century frontier army post.  At the core of the Conservancy’s work lies the belief that preserving archaeological sites is essential for understanding the full scope of human history and the cultures that have shaped the world. The dedicated team of archaeologists, conservators, and heritage enthusiasts working with the Conservancy collaborates with local and