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Administrative Code and Register

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The Department of State’s Administrative Code and Register Section is the filing point for rules promulgated by state regulatory agencies. Agency rulemaking is governed by Chapter 120, Florida Statutes, the Administrative Procedures Act. Rules are…

Governance

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The Division of Historical Resources is part of the Florida Department of State's Office of Cultural, Historical and Information Programs (OCHIP) in the Office of the Secretary of State.

History of the Division

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In 1969, the Florida Legislature created the Florida Division of Archives, History and Records Management and assigned it to the Florida Department of State. Learn more about the history of Historic Preservation in Florida and the Division of…

Vision, Mission and Values

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The Division of Historical Resources supports the preservation of historical and cultural resources and archaeology programs for the state of Florida. We lead with the mission of inspiring a love of history through preservation and education.

Great Floridians Program

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The Great Floridian designation is presented annually in recognition of the outstanding achievements of men and women who have made significant contributions to the progress and welfare of this state.

Mission

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The Mission of the Florida Department of State, Division of Arts and Culture is to advance, support, and promote arts and culture to strengthen the economy and quality of life for all Floridians.

Florida's Poet Laureate

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Florida’s Poet Laureate promotes reading, writing and the appreciation of poetry throughout the state and encourages students to express themselves through poetry and reading out loud.

DOS Art Collection

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Established in 1997, the Florida Department of State Art Collection is a collection of donated artworks by Florida artists and art collectors. Selections from the collection are displayed throughout the State Capitol Building in Tallahassee.

Florida Folklife Program

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The Florida Folklife Program, documents and presents the folklife, folklore, and folk arts of the state.

Innovation

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Stars in the Sunshine State, Florida Libraries As...

Historical Museums

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The Office of Marketing oversees the promotion of the department's activities and programs to enhance the visibility of the Department of State. If you require assistance or more information, please call or send us an e-mail.

Master Site File

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The Florida Master Site File is the State of Florida's official inventory of historical cultural resources.

Digital

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FEL, SDI, Florida Memory, State Library

Florida Artists Hall of Fame

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The Florida Artists Hall of Fame, the state's highest cultural honor, was established by the Florida Legislature in 1986 to recognize persons, living or deceased, who have made significant contributions to the arts in Florida either as performing…

Poetry Out Loud

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Poetry Out Loud National Recitation Contest is a literature program for high school students in every state in the country. Poetry Out Loud participants master public speaking skills, build self-confidence, and learn about their literary heritage…