Louisiana Revised Statutes Tit. 25, § 306. Scope of commission's work

The work of the commission shall be to sustain and promote all forms of artistic activity in and of the state of Louisiana; to remind and inform the citizens of the state of the unique creative efforts of Louisiana artists, both those which have flourished in Louisiana in the past and those which adorn our civilization in the present day. It may do this by exhibiting the outstanding works of Louisiana artists and craftsmen and awarding, at its discretion, substantial money prizes and medals for excellence therein. It may bring fructifying agencies, such as lecturers and exhibitions, from outside the state for tours about the state. It may assist in the preservation, maintenance, and restoration and reconstruction of historic buildings and monuments, in Louisiana, by formal and informal recommendations and advice and conferences with legal owners of such buildings and monuments, and with other persons or groups having a legitimate interest in such buildings and monuments; when possible, rendering financial aid, by loan or grant, for the purpose of such preservation, to parishes, cities, towns, villages, police juries, corporations, or individuals.

It may publish, from time to time, bulletins, circulars, catalogs, and other educational and informative material which will stimulate interest in and appreciation of Louisiana art and architecture.

It may purchase items or collections of any of the types mentioned in R.S. 25:305 for its gallery.

It may also cooperate with and arrange for the circulation of exhibitions to schools, colleges, universities, libraries, communities, and art associations, colonies, leagues, clubs, institutes and galleries, and charitable and penal organizations, under such rules and conditions as the commission may deem necessary to protect the interests of the state and best increase the efficiency of the service it is expected to render the public.