Historic Site Preservation Grant Program
Historic Site Preservation Grant Program supports the acquisition of endangered Mississippi sites tied to Civil War battles, Native American archaeology, and Civil Rights history to make preservation possible.
Funder: Mississippi Department of Archives and History
Due Dates: October 2, 2026 (Application deadline)
Funding Amounts:
Summary: Grants support the acquisition of endangered, significant Mississippi sites connected to Civil War battles, Native American archaeology, and Civil Rights history.
Key Information: Funding is for protecting sites through acquisition.
Description
The Mississippi Department of Archives and History (MDAH) administers this grant to protect significant historic sites through acquisition. Authorized by the Mississippi Legislature in 2021, it focuses on endangered properties connected to Civil War battles, Native American archaeology, and Civil Rights history. Acquisition is intended to make preservation of these places possible.
The grant is part of MDAH’s broader historic preservation work, which includes grants and technical assistance. Its Historic Preservation staff bring expertise in history, archaeology, architectural history, and technical preservation.
