Robert Kiln Trust award
The Robert Kiln Trust award is given for the best project, or a series of works or projects, carried out in the UK by a voluntary body or individual.
Robert Kiln was a great believer in amateur participation and his charitable trust, founded in the early 1970s, has distributed more than £1 million to conservation, the arts and archaeology. This award is meant to carry on Robert Kiln’s tradition of encouraging higher standards of fieldwork and excavation in the amateur ranks.
Any archaeological work is eligible, providing it has been completed in the last year, or is nearing completion. Projects in the UK done by voluntary archaeological societies or groups using professional help will be considered, as long as the work was done primarily by unpaid volunteers, or by professionals in a voluntary capacity.
The winner of the award will be announced during the Current Archaeology Awards reception on Saturday evening, 27 February 2010, as part of Archaeology 2010. There is also the possibility that the winner will have the opportunity to present their work on Sunday, 28 February 2010, as part of the general sessions of Archaeology 2010.
Procedure
• Please apply directly to the Robert Kiln Charitable Trust (details below) as soon as possible for an application form. Further details, guidance and specific requirements will be included on this form.
• In the past, judges have often visited applicants to review their work. Although time is limited for this year’s award, this is still a priority, so early applications are encouraged.
• There will be a small prize given. Additionally, each finalist will be given two free tickets to the Archaeology 2010 conference.
• The final date for submissions is 15 November, 2009.
• The winner may be asked to present their work on Sunday, 28 February 2010, as part of the general sessions of Archaeology 2010.
Please apply for entry forms by email or phone to: Sarah Howell,
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Tel: 01992 554962
NOTE: The Trustees of the Robert Kiln Trust encourage
applications for grants from all finalists towards the
continuation or completion of their projects.
