It shall be the purpose of the Department to conserve and protect the parkland under the control of the Department; oversee the operation and maintenance of the state's lodges and golf courses; promote tourism by publicity and dissemination of information; assist in promotion of events sponsored by municipalities, associations, and organizations commemorating special events of local or historical interest; educate the public on the people, places, events, culture, and history of Oklahoma; and function in advisory capacity to the Governor, State Legislature, state agencies, municipalities, and to private organizations on matters pertaining to tourism and recreation [74: 2202].

Added at 11 Ok Reg 3559, eff 7-1-94

Amended at 23 Ok Reg 1993, eff 6-11-06

Amended at 38 Ok Reg 2539, eff 9-11-21