Objects and functions of IA

The objects and functions of IA shall be as follows– (a) to carry out the powers and duties with regard to ancient monuments and antiquities set out in this Act; (b) to collect, store, document and catalogue antiquities and other objects of material culture; (c) to conduct, licence and supervise research on ancient monuments, antiquities and other objects of material culture; (d) to publish by any means whatever the results of its research; (e) to provide facilities to permit qualified individuals to study its collection; (f) to establish and foster liaison with other organizations with purposes similar to its own; National Institute of Culture 24 and History (g) to preserve and restore objects within its collection or otherwise in pursuance of its purposes; (h) to organize, sponsor, arrange for and participate in exhibitions, including travelling exhibitions in Belize and internationally, of objects of material culture; (i) to provide the Museum of Belize, upon request, objects within its collection for the use of the Museum on such terms and conditions as shall be agreed between the Director of IA and the Director of the (j) to develop, operate and maintain branches or exhibition centres whether permanent or temporary; (k) to charge for services and admission and use the revenue thereof for its own purposes; (l) to conduct educational and programmes.