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2026 MARITIME ARCHAEOLOGICAL SOCIETY CONFERENCE

WHEN

April 11th 2026

12:30 - 4:30 PM

WHERE

Barbey Maritime Center

2042 Marine Dr, Astoria, OR 97103, USA

Dr. Derek Abbey

Project Recover
President and CEO

Dr. Mike Brennan

Search Inc.
Maritime Principal Investigator

Ian Dunshee

Chronicle Heritage
Maritime Archaeologist

Dr. Doug Wilson

National Parks Service
Archaeologist

SPEAKERS

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Who We Are

Serving the Pacific Northwest and beyond, MAS is dedicated to historical shipwreck documentation and public education in maritime heritage. Headquartered in Astoria Oregon, MAS was created to help document and share maritime history with the public. The Maritime Archaeological Society is a registered 501(c)3 not for profit organization.

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News & Updates

Introducing Our New Executive Director

Shawn Fackler, M.A., RPA , has been appointed Executive Director of the Maritime Archaeological Society (MAS), bringing more than 20 years of leadership in cultural heritage management, archaeological research, and nonprofit governance. Shawn is a senior-level cultural resources professional with extensive experience directing large, multidisciplinary teams and overseeing major archaeological programs across the U.S. and internationally. He works professionally within the C

You're Invited: 2026 Annual Conference

Join us for our Annual 2025 MAS Conference! To learn more and register, click HERE !

Wrecked: Unsettling Histories from the Graveyard of the Pacific -Lecture and Book Signing with Coll Thrush, PhD

Date: Tuesday, July 8, 2025 Time: 11:00AM - 12:00 Noon Location: Ford Room at the Columbia River Maritime Museum Seating for up to 50,...

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Projects

The Maritime Archaeological Society offers a number of projects ranging from historical research investigations to complex underwater surveys. There is sure to be a project suitable for everyone’s abilities and interests. Become a member to receive updates on our current projects. You can sign up for free or low cost training, and then participate at whatever level your time and interests allow.

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Learn about training, research, and fieldwork opportunities for MAS Members.

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