2026 Introductory Course in Underwater Archaeology
Would you like to dive with MAHS to conduct research on historic shipwrecks and help preserve our national maritime heritage? Then this course is for you.
The Maritime Archaeological and Historical Society (MAHS) is accepting applications for its 37th annual Introductory Course in Underwater Archaeology starting Tuesday, January 20, 2026.
The course consists of nine evening classes (7:30 to 9:30 pm) on select Tuesday nights, plus a Final Review class.
Classes will be conducted online by Zoom, so students need access to a computer to participate.
The course is open to all interested persons whether certified scuba divers or not. Cost is $205 per person.
Upon successful completion of the course and final exam, a student who is a certified diver is eligible to register for the MAHS Field School where students participate in the investigation of an historic shipwreck or other underwater site. Thereafter, graduates are invited to participate in future MAHS projects.
CLASS SCHEDULE: see website for updates: www.mahsnet.org/introclass
20 Jan. Tue. Introduction to U/W Archaeology
27 Jan. Tue. Archival Research
03 Feb. Tue. Ship Architecture
10 Feb. Tue. No Class – MAHS Bimonthly Meeting
17 Feb. Tue. Search Methods and Remote Sensing
24 Feb. Tue. Survey, Recording and Mapping
03 Mar. Tue. Photography and Videography
10 Mar. Tue. No Class
17 Mar. Tue. Law and Ethics
24 Mar. Tue. Conservation
31 Mar . Tue. Project Planning and Reports
07 Apr. Tue. Final Review and Student Questions
REGISTRATION: Complete the form below and send it to MAHS. Either mail the form and payment of $205.00 to
the address on the form, or email the form to Santhony@Mahsnet.org and make payment online at
For those who are unable to attend the Zoom classes on Tuesday nights, MAHS offers some alternatives. Contact Steven Anthony at Santhony@Mahhsnet.org for more details.
Questions? Contact Steven Anthony by Email or voice message. See contact information below.
2026 MAHS Introductory Course in Underwater Archaeology Class Registration Form
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Steven Anthony
Santhony@Mahsnet.org
or 301-419-8222
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