Historic Preservation Barn Grants
The Vermont Barn Preservation Grant funds rehabilitation of historic agricultural buildings to preserve Vermont’s rural heritage and strengthen local communities.
Funder: Vermont Agency of Commerce and Community Development
Due Dates: December 1, 2026 | November 2, 2026
Funding Amounts: Up to $20,000 per project (50/50 match required); ~$200,000 total awarded annually, subject to legislative approval.
Summary: Supports the rehabilitation of Vermont’s historic agricultural buildings to preserve rural heritage and foster strong local communities.
Key Information: Next grant round announced August 2026; applications due December 2026.
Description
The Vermont Barn Preservation Grant program, established in 1992, is the oldest state-funded agricultural grant program in the United States. It provides competitive, matching grants to support the rehabilitation and adaptive reuse of historic agricultural buildings—such as barns, silos, corn cribs, sugar houses, and equipment sheds—that are at least 50 years old and listed or eligible for listing in the State Register of Historic Places. The program aims to protect Vermont's agricultural and architectural heritage, stimulate local economies, support independent businesses, and strengthen community identity and visitor experience.
