The MAC Lab serves as a clearinghouse for archaeological collections recovered from land-based and underwater projects conducted by state and federal agencies throughout Maryland. The MAC Lab also houses a number of major collections acquired through private donation to the Maryland Historical Trust. All of these collections are available for research, education, and exhibit purposes to students, scholars, museum curators, and educators. Tours of the MAC Lab are offered in conjunction with the Academy of Natural Science's Estuarine Research Center the first Friday of every month. There is no charge for these guided tours.
Tours are available at other times for a small fee.