The Society is responsible for protecting and nurturing the culture of the Kingdom. Its duties are defined as follows:
1. to develop progressively the level of culture and arts in the Kingdom;
2. to look after the welfare of Saudi artists and work towards raising their cultural, artistic and social standard;
3. to sponsor talented young people and provide an opportunity for them to develop and display their talents;
4. to represent the Kingdom in all matters relating to the development of culture and arts at both Arab and international levels.