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State Historical Records Advisory Board (SHRAB)
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About SHRAB
Mission
The Nevada State Historical Records Advisory Board leads collaborative efforts to preserve, promote, and provide equitable access to the documentary heritage of the diverse peoples of Nevada.
Purpose
The primary purpose of the Nevada State Historical Records Advisory Board is to advise and support Nevada records and archives repositories in developing accessible and efficiently managed programs for their historical records. This includes support for archival education and promotion of grant opportunities.
Authority
Develop, revise, and submit to the NHPRC a state plan including priorities for state historical records projects
Review grant proposals to NHPRC for state and local records projects within the State of Nevada and make recommendations on these proposals to the NHPRC
Promote an understanding of the role and value of historical records
Foster and support cooperative networks and programs dealing with historical records
Advise the state archives and other statewide archival, records, or information agencies
The Nevada State Historical Records Advisory Board (NVSHRAB) was created by statute in 1989 and was the first such board created by law in the nation. The governor appoints the Board to advise and make recommendations to the legislature.
Federal Authority:
36 CFR Chapter 12
State Authority:
NRS Chapter 378A
Upcoming Meetings
Date
Thursday, October 8, 2026
Time
9:00am
Location:
Nevada State Museum, Las Vegas
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