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Formed in 1997, The Museum of the Aleutians Association, a non-profit 501(c) (3) corporation, manages the Museum of the Aleutians (MOTA) with a mission to collect, preserve and share the rich cultural legacy of the Aleutian Islands Region. Archaeology was an important focus during the early years of the Museum’s existence and MOTA spearheaded several important excavations including Anangula, one of Alaska's oldest known archaeological sites (9,000 B.P.). Now in its eighteenth year, the Museum has assembled an impressive collection of ethnographic, archaeological, archival, and historic materials. MOTA provides a safe repository for the cultural heritage of the Unangan people of the region, and the histories of the Russians in America, gold rush, WWII and the fishing industry. MOTA has continually made available these treasures through exhibits, public outreach, educational programs and research opportunities. FT Staff includes: Director, Collections Manager and Education Programs Coordinator. Support staff includes: Bookkeeper, Front Desk and contract Janitorial. The City of Unalaska owns and maintains the building.