New York Archaeology - New York Archaeology New York Archaeology NYAC Website The New York Archaeological Council NYAC was founded to raise awareness of archaeology and archaeological issues of New York State to provide information of general interest on the history and prehistory of New York as well as about the field of archaeology that provides insight into that history to provide educational resources about archaeology to provide information on the conduct of professional archaeology in New York to serve as a point of reference for anyone that needs to consider archaeological resources in compliance with various laws and regulations that often come into play during construction projects and to increase the awareness of New York Archaeology to the general public. NYSAA Website The New York State Archaeological Association NYSAA is composed of avocational and professional archaeologists primarily within New York State though some of its members can be found throughout the world. NYSAA stands to promote archaeological and historical study and research covering the artifacts rites customs beliefs and other phases of the lives and cultures of the American Indian occupants of New York State up to and including their contact with the Europeans. Recently the Association has expanded its focus to include research upon EuroAmerican archaeological sites postdating European Contact.