Ohio Administrative Code Title 149 - Ohio Historical Society
Ohio Administrative Code – Title 149: Ohio Historical Society
(Now officially referred to as the Ohio History Connection)
Title 149 of the Ohio Administrative Code outlines the rules and procedures related to the Ohio Historical Society, which is responsible for preserving, collecting, and interpreting Ohio's historical records and heritage. This includes the management of state archives, historical sites, and public history programs.
Key Areas Covered in Title 149:
Records Management
Establishes rules for managing public records of state agencies.
Sets standards for record retention, disposition schedules, and electronic recordkeeping.
Archives and Access
Details public access to archival material.
Provides guidelines for the preservation of historically significant documents.
Historic Sites and Museums
Rules regarding the operation and maintenance of state-owned historic sites.
Partnership criteria for local organizations managing historical properties.
Grants and Historical Programs
Outlines eligibility and procedures for state-funded historical grants.
Support for historical education, research, and publications.
Markers and Monuments
Criteria for installing Ohio Historical Markers.
Rules on maintenance and approval process for commemorative installations.
Collaboration with State and Local Agencies
Procedures for transferring public records from agencies to the State Archives.
Cooperative agreements with counties, municipalities, and historical societies.
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