The Center for the Arts and Symbolism of the Ancient Americas is dedicated to research, teaching, and publication on the art, archaeology, iconography, and scribal systems of the indigenous peoples of the Americas. Please see the links below for information about who we are, what we’re doing, and how you can be a part of CASAA.
The Center for Arts and Symbolism in Ancient America is saddened to share the news that Dr. Kent Reilly passed away on May 21, 2024. Dr. Reilly was an esteemed scholar of the art and archaeology of the Americas including the Olmec, Maya, and cultures of the Southeastern United States, and was especially known for his work on iconographic systems. He joined the Department of Anthropology at Texas State in 1992 and was a valued colleague, dedicated teacher, and an incredible mentor to numerous undergraduate and graduate students. We will miss him.