We facilitate good development. We elevate heritage.

Engaging people in our future and our past 

Our members help advance important projects, ensuring that all stakeholders have a voice. That is how society ensures the best decisions are reached.

CRM firms are strongest when they work together to promote a better industry.

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ACRA members have access to a host of tools that make their businesses better. Discounted rates on liability insurance, HR tools that save time and reduce risk, the ability to post on our job board and much, much more.

ACRA members receive discounts on continuing education

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ACRA represents the cultural resource management (CRM) industry and associated fields of study. Our members help advance important projects, ensuring that all stakeholders have a voice and that the best decisions are reached. ACRA strengthens its members with tools, know-how, and opportunities to excel as businesses. 

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Your Congress in Action: June 2, 2025

Your Congress in Action: June 2, 2025

It’s been strangely quiet in Washington: after the House passed its “Big, Beautiful Bill,” Congress left town for its traditional Memorial Day recess. No new executive orders have emanated from the White House since before the holiday weekend. But the third branch of...

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2025 Board Elections Start Today

The voting period for the 2025 ACRA Board elections opens today! The candidates in this year's slate are vying for 8 open positions, including: President-Elect Secretary Treasurer Small Firm Representative 4 At-Large Directors Each candidate has submitted a biography...

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Webinar 6/12: Defining the Area of Potential Effects

The ACHP is back for the next webinar in ACRA's 2025 series! Join us on Thursday, June 12 at 2:00 pm EDT for Defining the Area of Potential Effects. The Area of Potential Effects (APE) is the foundation of a federal agency’s efforts to identify historic properties in...

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