Quote: Die Antiquarische Gesellschaft versteht sich als Brücke zwischen der Geschichtswissenschaft und einer an historischen Fragen interessierten Öffentlichkeit.
(The Antiquarische Gesellschaft aims to be a bridge between the science of history and the historical enquiries of the interested public.)
To further this aim the society organises lectures, which usually take place in the winter; excursions, often in the summer or autumn; and guidance to researchers.
The autumn lectures have become highly valued for the opportunity they present for the museums of Zürich to exchange information and ideas.
In recent years the society has placed primary focus on conserving and restoring historical artifacts and archives.