Historic Documents Preservation Program
The Historic Documents Preservation Program from the Connecticut State Library funds projects that preserve, digitize, and safeguard Connecticut's municipal government records.
Funder: Connecticut State Library
Due Dates: September 30, 2026 (Cycle 2 Targeted Grant) | April 30, 2027 (Cycle 1 Targeted Grant)
Funding Amounts: Up to $4,000 (small municipality), $5,000 (medium), or $7,500 (large) per year, per municipality.
Summary: Supports Connecticut municipalities in preserving, managing, and safeguarding local government records through targeted and disaster recovery grants.
Description
The Historic Documents Preservation Program, administered by the Connecticut State Library, provides targeted and disaster recovery grants to Connecticut municipalities to enhance the preservation and management of local government records. The program aims to ensure the longevity, accessibility, and security of essential, permanent, and archival public records. Funding supports a wide range of projects, from inventory and planning to conservation, digitization, and environmental improvements for records storage.
