Our Goals Are:


NMAC is a nonprofit organization whose purpose is to maintain and promote the goals of professional archaeology in the State of New Mexico, in a manner consistent with Section 501(1)(6) of the Internal Revenue Code.


  • Promoting archaeological research within New Mexico, and disseminating knowledge arising from that research.
  • Promoting awareness of New Mexico’s cultural resources among public agencies, corporations, and members of the public.
  • Encouraging the legal protection of cultural resources.
  • Encouraging high standards for professional archaeology.