Archaeological Assessment Grants
The Archaeological Assessment Grants from History Colorado State Historical Fund fund early-stage archaeological research, including documentation and surveys, to inform future preservation and interpretation in Colorado.
Funder: History Colorado State Historical Fund
Due Dates: Rolling, year-round (applications accepted any time)
Funding Amounts: Up to $20,000 per project; typically 24-month grant period; 10%–25% cash match required (reduced for Expanding the Narrative projects)
Summary: Supports early-stage archaeological data collection and analysis to lay the groundwork for future research, preservation, or interpretation in Colorado.
Key Information: Contact grants staff before applying to confirm funding availability.
Description
This program funds the initial stages of archaeological assessment in Colorado, providing resources for site-specific documentation, small surveys, or testing of research methodologies. The goal is to establish baseline data and inform future archaeological work, site preservation, and interpretation. Projects may include documentation of known sites, assessment of areas with archaeological potential, or development/testing of research approaches. The grant is administered by the History Colorado State Historical Fund and is designed to encourage thoughtful planning and stewardship of Colorado's archaeological resources.
