YAYAS Objective

The objective of the Yorkshire Architectural and York Archaeological Society, as defined in its constitution, is to advance the education of the public in the architectural, historical and archaeological heritage within the Historic County of Yorkshire and the city of York. This objective shall be pursued by all or any of the following:
a.	lectures on relevant subjects.
b.	visits to relevant sites.
c.	the recording and preservation of the cultural heritage by means of photographs, manuscripts, printed material and any other appropriate medium.
d.	the use of the society's resources for educational purposes.
e.	examining and commenting on proposals for new buildings or alterations to existing ones and to the environment.
f.	granting money to other organisations and individuals to further YAYAS objects.
g.	the publication of books, periodicals, pamphlets and leaflets on relevant subjects.