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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.

Prehistoric Native People

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The first people to enter the Florida peninsula around 14,000 years ago were not explorers, adventurers, or settlers, but nomads following the big game animals upon which their survival depended.

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.

El Camino Real

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In the 1600s, Spanish Florida’s Royal Road, or Camino Real, connected St. Augustine with the Missions of North Florida. Learn more and explore Florida's history along El Camino Real.

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.

Exhibitions

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A service to Florida artists and Capitol visitors, the Capitol Complex Exhibition Program showcases Florida artists through a series of visual art exhibitions throughout the Capitol Complex.

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.

Voting

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This section contains information on how to vote, including early voting, vote-by-mail, and voting at the polls on election day

Candidates, Campaign Documents, and Committees

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Search and find information on candidates, committees, and campaign documents

Apostille & Notarial Certification

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Steps to getting an apostille or notarial certificate.

Resources by Topic

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Our staff has collected information and resources on cultural topics from Advocacy to Public Art. Select a topic to learn more.

Florida Arts License Plate

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Funds collected through the sale of these specialty plates are distributed directly to the counties where the plates are sold and are used to support arts organizations, programs, and activities within that county.

Update Your Information

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Submit changes to your email address, mailing address, FEIN or registered agent/registered office.