International_School_of_American_Archeology_and_Ethnology_in_Mexico
The International School of American Archeology and Ethnology (Escuela Internacional de Arqueología y Etnología Americana) was established in 1910 to promote scientific research relating to the archeology and ethnology of Mexico and adjoining countries.[1] Initial support came from five patrons, each to support the school and provide a director for a one-year period. These were: The Prussian Government; Columbia University; Harvard University; University of Pennsylvania; and The Government of the United States of Mexico. The French Government was also involved in the discussions, but did not take up its place as a patron.[2] The main preparatory work in setting up the school was carried out by Franz Boas,[3] Ezequiel Chávez, and Eduard Seler.[4] The aims of the school were both to conduct original research and to train a new generation of Mexican researchers.[citation needed]