The main goals of the New Castle History and Archaeology Program are to:
Serve
Prepare a guide for residents regarding archaeological heritage
Identify library resources
Initiate community resources inventory: sites and artifact collections
Research community history: individual property studies
Manage information: create an archaeological GIS
Preserve
Manage threatened sites
Open space initiatives
Work with developers
Work with city government, public organizations, and other agencies
Educate
Plan exhibits
Offer programs and community workshops
Sponsor lectures and trips
Communicate
Create network to promote community-professional joint venture
Get the word out and share information and ideas
Coordinate with other city and community initiatives