Historic Preservation Capital Grant Program
Forecasted
The Historic Preservation Capital Grant Program funds research-based preservation and restoration projects for historic Maryland properties through the Maryland Historical Trust.
Funder: Maryland Historical Trust
Due Dates (Anticipated): March 2027 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $100,000 per project; $1 million total available annually; typical project period is up to 2 years.
Summary: Supports preservation, rehabilitation, and acquisition of historic properties in Maryland with a focus on projects benefiting the public.
Key Information: Nonprofits do not require a match; all other applicants must provide a 1:1 cash or in-kind match.
Description
The Historic Preservation Capital Grant Program, administered by the Maryland Historical Trust (MHT), provides competitive funding to support the preservation, restoration, and acquisition of historic properties across Maryland. The program aims to protect significant sites, buildings, and structures by funding urgent capital projects that serve a strong public benefit. Eligible projects may include acquisition, rehabilitation, restoration, and (for nonprofits and local governments) predevelopment planning activities directly tied to a capital project. All funded work must comply with the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties.
