As used in this chapter, unless the context otherwise requires:

Terms Used In North Dakota Code 55-01-00.1

  • State: when applied to the different parts of the United States, includes the District of Columbia and the territories. See North Dakota Code 1-01-49

1.    “Artifact” means an item that is produced, shaped, used, or selected by humans.

2.    “Board” means the state historical board.

3.    “Collections” means artifacts or documents acquired and preserved because of the potential value of the artifacts or documents as examples, reference material, or objects of aesthetic or educational importance.

4.    “Director” means the chief executive and administrative officer of the state historical society.

5.    “Society” means the state historical society of North Dakota.