WHEREAS, South Carolina has a rich diversity of historic buildings, structures, and sites illustrating South Carolina African American heritage; and
WHEREAS, historic properties help present and future generations understand our past and remind us of the aspirations, ingenuity, and courage of our forefathers; and
WHEREAS, these historic properties are being lost or substantially altered with increased frequency; and
WHEREAS, the South Carolina Department of Archives and History shall encourage and assist South Carolina's citizens with identifying and preserving these significant properties; and
WHEREAS, in the face of increasing threats, it is necessary to enhance the Department of Archives and History's efforts to identify, promote, and preserve these irreplaceable properties.
NOW, THEREFORE, I hereby establish the South Carolina African American Heritage Commission ("Commission") to identify and promote the preservation of historic sites, structures, buildings and culture of the African American experience in South Carolina.
This Order shall take effect immediately.
GIVEN UNDER MY HAND AND THE GREAT SEAL OF THE STATE OF SOUTH CAROLINA, THIS 14th DAY OF NOVEMBER, 2001.
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