The first paper on the California State Archives treats the administrative status, legal basis of the archives program, and organization of the archives program. The problem areas in this States' archival program are discussed at length. The second paper gives a crude sketch of the legal and administrative history of the California State Archives, a summary of resources, and a report of the California Heritage Preservation Commission. (Other papers from this Institute are available as LI 002962 - LI 002974 and LI 002976). (Author/NH)