Oklahoma § 53-6.1 - Gravesite markers for deceased Governors of state

§ 53-6.1. Gravesite markers for deceased Governors of state

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;

Oklahoma Statutes - Title 53. Oklahoma Historical Societies and Associations

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 matchingfund 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.