Harrison Ford Elected To Board Of Boston Archaeological Group

By Access HollywoodMay 15, 2008, 7:16 pm PDT

BOSTON, MA -- The actor who helped glamorize archaeology on the big screen is lending his star power to the Archaeological Institute of America.

Harrison Ford, who portrays the adventure-seeking Indiana Jones, has been elected to the Boston-based organization's board of directors. The group promotes archaeological excavation, research, education and preservation worldwide.

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AIA President Brian Rose says Ford's Indiana Jones character has played a major part in stimulating interest in archaeological exploration.

The latest installment in the series, "Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of Crystal Skull," opens in U.S. theaters May 22.

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  • Katelyn K
    i think he is hot
    report abuseposted June 4, 2008, 9:19 am PDT
  • The University DON
    M. Jackson would retire when age critically speaks.
    report abuseposted May 30, 2008, 1:07 am PDT
  • Nate J
    I admire Harrison Ford he does alot for his local community. Where he lives (Jackson Hole Wy ) he volunteers his own helicopter and pilot skills for search and rescue efforts.
    report abuseposted May 15, 2008, 9:22 pm PDT
  • Obama
    They also voted a monkey onto the board.
    report abuseposted May 15, 2008, 8:08 pm PDT

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