The duties of the State Historian are:
1. History and heritage. To enhance the knowledge of Maine citizens of the State's history and heritage;
2. Teaching of history. To encourage the teaching of Maine history in the public schools;
3. Consult. To serve as consultant to the Governor and Legislature on matters pertaining to Maine history;
4. Lecture. To lecture on topics of Maine history within the historian's area of expertise as determined appropriate by the State Historian;
5. Respond to inquiries. To respond to inquiries about the existence and location of documents, artifacts and other materials of Maine history; and
6. Report. To report to the joint standing committee of the Legislature having jurisdiction over cultural affairs during the first regular session of each legislative biennium.