Historical Preservation:  the acquisition, preservation, storage and display of historical papers, records and documents; establishing, improving, enlarging and/or supporting historical museum; writing or up-dating county history and reprinting scarce historical material and publications.

• Index and inventory of Herman Brown Free Library's file of historical and community information
• Index and inventory of Surname files in Herman Brown Free Library's Genealogy Research Room

Historical Markers:  study, survey and review subjects and sites for possible marking; prepare and submit appropriate applications; update marker lists; secure locations and obtain permission of erecting markers.

•  For a list of county historical markers and links to description, location and photos, go to 
  
• <http://www.rootsweb.ancestry.com/~txburnet/histmarkers.html>

History Appreciation:  conduct Texas and County History Appreciation Week through appropriate activities, with history and visitor related committees, sponsor historical tours, dedications, commemorations and observances.

Finance and Budget:  prepare budget for adoption and present proposed budget to BCHC and to the County Commissioners.

Advisory:  provide advice and direction on citizen interest; serve as liaison resource between BCHC and other county and state historical commissions as well as individuals or organizations seeking advice, assistance, support or sponsorship for observances, projects, etc.