The Louisiana State Archives operates within the Office of the Louisiana Secretary of State. The mission of the Archives is to assist the Secretary of State in carrying out the duties of his office – Specifically, the mission of the Louisiana State Archives is to identify, collect, preserve, maintain, and make available the records and artifacts that may enhance one’s understanding of the history of the State of Louisiana. The Archives provides a variety of services to government agencies and the public through its four main departments: Archival Services, Reference Services, Records Management, and Imaging Preservation Services.
