A. The Oklahoma Historical Society is given the authority to mark the gravesites of deceased Governors of the State of Oklahoma which are located in Oklahoma with historical markers that readily identify the gravesite.
B. The Oklahoma Historical Society may purchase and hold property as may be necessary to erect the historical gravesite markers.
C. The Oklahoma Historical Society shall have authority to:
1. Designate the approximate location of the historical gravesite markers;
2. Preserve the historical gravesite markers;
3. Design the historical gravesite markers;
4. Accept gifts and donations for the erection and preservation of the gravesite markers; and
5. Encourage local participation in and contribution to the erection and preservation of the gravesite markers through the use of gifts, donations, and matching-fund agreements between local individuals or groups and the Historical Society. Such matching-fund agreements shall be funded by donations made to the Historical Society from sources other than appropriated dollars.
Added by Laws 2009, c. 145, § 1, eff. Nov. 1, 2009.
§53-7.1 Creation - Purpose.
A. There is hereby created within the Oklahoma Historical Society the Buffalo Soldiers Heritage Corridor.
B. The purpose of the Buffalo Soldiers Heritage Corridor is to encourage the development and appreciation of historic sites, museums, and heritage programs associated with the story of the Buffalo Soldiers and their legacy of patriotic service, sacrifice, and struggle for the fundamental rights and responsibilities of every American citizen.
C. Furthermore, the Corridor is to encourage heritage tourism that will attract visitors to Oklahoma and lead them to communities where the stories of the Buffalo Soldiers and their legacy are still evident today.
Added by Laws 2005, c. 197, § 1, eff. Nov. 1, 2005.
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