Active Membership is limited to professional archaeologists working in Virginia who meet CoVA’s qualification standards. [See By Laws here for qualification standards]. The credentials of a candidate for Active membership must be reviewed by the Membership Committee and put to vote to the full membership. Active and Associate Members are encouraged to participate in all CoVA meetings.

Anyone with an interest in Virginia archaeology can become an Associate member.

Benefits of becoming an Active Member:

• COVA voting privileges
• Ability to hold office and serve on committees
• Access to the COVA Newsletter, publications, and other organization email alerts

Associate Membership is open to all with an interest in Virginia archaeology.

Benefits of becoming an Associate Member:

• Access to the COVA Newsletter, publications, and other organization email alerts

Associate members may not vote or hold office.