143-403. "Arts" defined. The term "arts" includes, but is not limited to: music, dance, drama, creative writing, architecture and allied fields, painting, sculpture, photography, crafts, television, radio, and the execution and exhibition of such major art forms. (1967, c. 164, s. 1; 1973, c. 476, s. 79.)
143-406. Duties of Department of Natural and Cultural Resources. The Department of Natural and Cultural Resources shall take action to carry out the following purposes as funds and staff permit: (1) Study, collect, maintain, and otherwise disseminate factual data and pertinent information relative to the arts; (2) Assist local organizations and the community at large […]
143-407. Appropriations; funds. In addition to the appropriations out of the general fund of the State, the Department may accept gifts, devises, matching funds, or other considerations for use in promoting the arts. (1967, c. 164, s. 5; 1973, c. 476, s. 79; 2011-284, s. 93.)
143-407.1. Composer laureate. (a) The Governor of North Carolina may appoint a distinguished living composer as "Composer-Laureate for the State of North Carolina." (b) Any person appointed "Composer-Laureate for the State of North Carolina" shall be appointed for life but may voluntarily resign at any time. (1991, c. 56, ss. 1, 2.)
