Rugby Archaeological Society was founded in 1961 by a group of amateur archaeologists to excavate the site of the Roman town of Tripontium. Although none of the original members are still involved, the Society's objectives remain unchanged.

RAS offers a programme of meetings between October and June each year, normally on the second Saturday of each month, hosted by Rugby Art Gallery and Museum.

Occasionally, visits and field trips are organised, usually during the summer. Please see the EVENTS page for recent and future speakers and news of other events.

RAS is also involved in a range of fieldwork activities often in conjunction with other local societies. The Tripontium Collection, all the artefacts from the Tripontium site are at Rugby Art Gallery and Museum, with the most interesting finds on display in the second floor gallery.