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The Rhode Island Historical Records Advisory Board (RIHRAB), appointed by the governor, serves as a central advisory body for historical records planning and project development for National Historical Publications and Records Commission (NHPRC)-funded projects in the state and encourages and supports communication and coordination among the historical records community. The Board was established by Executive Order No. 31 in 1976 by Governor Philip W. Noel based on the knowledge that “there exists in Rhode Island the need to collect, preserve, and when deemed desirable, edit and publish important documents”. The Board aims to coordinate and encourage the preservation of and access to historical records and pursues collaboration on providing educational programs and support to the archival and historical community in Rhode Island.