A report of the Conference on Historical Archaeology and the National Estate, Canberra, Australia, December 1974. The first meeting of archaeologists in Australia concerning therelationship of archaeology to the preservation of monuments, historical buildings, and sites. Invited speakers included conservators and materials scientists. Discussions and papers included such topics as: legislation and preservation; problems with the increasing numbers of folk museums; the lack of historical archaeology; national register of sites; education; publications; and publicity. -- AATA