The state historical society shall have authority and is hereby directed to take and acquire such lands in the name of the state, by donation, devise or bequests, including any and all rights therein or thereon, for the purpose of establishing, improving, keeping and maintaining the same as state parks, and shall have the power to do any and all things necessary and proper to carry out the intentions and purposes of this act and to make such rules and regulations as may be necessary from time to time.