2025 Annual Conference

Join us for a FREE afternoon of shipwrecks, archaeology, and more!

Saturday, April 5th 2025

Barbey Maritime Center, Astoria OR

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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2025 Annual Conference

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

Underwater Archaeological Society of BC: Shipwrecks Conference 2025

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2025 Annual Membership Meeting

A 2025 Membership Meeting will be held on April 5, 2025 at the Barbey Maritime Center at the Columbia River Maritime Museum in Astoria....

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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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