A public museum of the city is hereby established for the purpose of disseminating knowledge and appreciation of art and history by establishing and maintaining a museum and related facilities in the City of Albuquerque; by collecting and preserving objects of artistic and historic interest; by aiding in protecting historic sites, works of art from needless destruction; by providing facilities for research and publication; by offering instruction and opportunities for aesthetic enjoyment to the public; and by encouraging continued excellence of the cultural life of the community.
('74 Code, § 11-4-1) (Ord. 92-1967; Am. Ord. 18-1985; Am. Ord. 8-1994)