The mission of the Clay County Historical Preservation Commission is to promote, advise, and educate residents of Clay County, SD about the importance of preserving historical sites by:

1. Supporting owners of existing sites and identifying potential new historic sites and districts in Clay County.
2. Holding open meetings and workshops to help residents learn about preservation of historic buildings including tax benefits.
3. Publishing and disseminating information in booklets, tour guides, books, and on-line about preservation and historic sites.
4. Collaborating with the Vermillion Historic Preservation Commission to help preserve historic sites.