Welcome to ACOR in Amman, Jordan. The American Center of Oriental Research (ACOR) promotes research and publication across disciplines with a special emphasis on archaeology in the region. ACOR’s main activities include a fellowship program for scholars, archaeological excavation and restoration projects, other academic programs. From time to time ACOR hosts public lectures, usually on archaeological topics.

ACOR has one of the best libraries for archaeology and Middle Eastern studies in Jordan. Eligible scholars may reside in the ACOR hostel.

ACOR is a private, non-profit organization supported by contributions from foundations, corporations and individuals and by funds generated by the Amman operation. Donations are welcome. ACOR is tax exempt as an American 501(c)(3) organization.

ACOR is a member of the Council of American Overseas Research Centers (CAORC), a federation of private, not for profit independent research centers across the globe.