Here are some popular magazines on a number of different topics involving archeology and anthropology that may be of interest. We've organized the list by appropriate reading level for your convenience. Check with your local library for more information. You may also want to check with your state archeologist or State Historic Preservation Officer for information on state or regional publications.

Magazines For Kids
Dig
Published in cooperation with the Archaeological Institute of America, this magazine for kids covers a broad range of contemporary archeological topics across the world.

Faces
Magazine of world cultures, written for readers 9-14.
http://www.cobblestonepub.com/pages/facemain.htm

Zinj
Innovative online magazine for kids, covering a range of archeological issues.

Cobblestone
Magazine covering American history, written for ages 9-14.
http://www.cobblestonepub.com/pages/cobbmain.htm

Magazines for General Audiences
American Archaeology
The Archaeological Conservancy's magazine covering archeology in the United States, with some additional coverage of Canada and Latin America.

American Legacy
Magazine covers discusses American history and heritage, with articles directly related to cultural anthropology and archeology.
http://www.americanheritage.com/

Archaeology Magazine
Archaeological Institute of America's magazine, covering a broad range of contemporary archeological topics across the world.

Common Ground
The National Park Service's magazine dedicated to archeology and anthropology in the public interest.

CRM
The National Park Service's magazine dedicated to contemporary issues within the Cultural Resource Management field.

Discover
Magazine focusing on a number of issues related to anthropology and human cultures.
http://www.discover.com/

National Geographic
Published by the National Geographic Society, National Geographic magazine explores issues related to human cultures around the world.

Native Americas: Hemispheric Journal of Indigenous Issues
Magazine focusing on contemporary Native American political and cultural issues.

Natural History
Magazine published by the American Museum of Natural History.

Science
Magazine focusing on a number of issues related to anthropology and archeology.

Science News
The weekly newsmagazine of Science focusing on issues related to anthropology and archeology.

Scientific American
Magazine focusing on science, technology, business and culture.
http://www.sciam.com

Smithsonian
Magazine published by the Smithsonian Institution, focuses on culture, arts and history.

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