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About

The Division of Historical Resources

The Florida Department of State’s Division of Historical Resources (DHR) is responsible for preserving and promoting Florida’s historical and archaeological resources. The Division Director’s office oversees a Historic Preservation Grants program to help preserve and maintain Florida’s historic buildings and archaeological sites; coordinates outreach programs such as the State Historical Markers program and the Florida Main Street program. DHR directs historic preservation efforts throughout the state in cooperation with state and federal agencies, local governments, private organizations, and individuals. The Division director serves as the State Historic Preservation Officer, acting as the liaison with the national historic preservation program conducted by the National Park Service.

The Division of Historical Resources is comprised of three Bureaus or major program areas:

The Bureau of Historic Preservation (BHP) conducts historic preservation programs aimed at identifying, evaluating, preserving and interpreting the historic and cultural resources of the state. The Bureau manages the Florida Main Street Program, and under federal and state laws, oversees the National Register of Historic Places program for Florida, maintains an inventory of the state's historical resources in the Florida Master Site File, assists applicants in federal tax benefit and local government ad valorem tax relief programs for historic buildings, and reviews the impact that development projects may have on significant historic resources.

The Bureau of Historical Museums (BHM) is comprised of the Museum of Florida History, the state’s official history museum, The Grove Museum, Mission San Luis, and Knott House Museum, which is a site managed by the Museum of Florida History.  These museums interpret Florida history for the public in a variety of ways, such as through object-based exhibitions at the Museum of Florida History, engaging living history interactions at Mission San Luis, and guided tours of the historic Knott House and the historic Call-Collins House at The Grove Museum.  The museums offer a variety of educational programs for all ages and welcome school groups and other tour groups year round.

The Bureau of Archaeological Research (BAR) is responsible for the state's archaeology program. The bureau's archaeologists carry out archaeological surveys and excavations throughout the state, primarily on state-owned lands. They maintain records on historical resources that have been recorded, and assist consultants and planners in protecting sites. The state's Underwater Archaeology Program includes not only historic shipwreck sites but also pre-Columbian sites in underwater contexts. Some of these are among the oldest human sites in the New World. The Bureau's underwater archaeologists have worked with local divers to develop Underwater Archaeological Preserves around the state to protect and interpret shipwreck sites to the public. For more information visit dos.myflorida.com/historical/archaeology.

  • Governance

    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.

  • Advisors

    The Division of Historical Resources is fortunate to receive assistance, guidance and support from six Advisory Councils and two Citizen Support Organizations. Learn more about the Division of Historical Resources' advisors.

  • Florida Historical Commission

    The Florida Historical Commission was established by the 2001 Florida Legislature to enhance public participation and involvement in the preservation and protection of the state's historic and archaeological sites and properties. The Commission advises and assists the Division of Historical Resources in carrying out their programs, duties and responsibilities.

  • History of the Division

    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 Historical Resources.

  • Division FAQs

    Do you have a question about one of our programs? Check our program specific FAQs here.

  • Vision, Mission and Values

    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.

  • Employment

    The Division actively recruits passionate, energetic and positive professionals desiring to make a difference.

  • Staff

    Contact a member of staff to assist you.

  • Funding Support

    This website has been financed in part with Federal funds from the National Park Service, U.S. Department of the Interior.

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