Historical and Archival Records Care Grant
Forecasted
The Historical and Archival Records Care Grant from the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission funds projects to preserve and improve access to Pennsylvania’s original historical records.
Funder: Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission
Due Dates (Anticipated): August 2027 (application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $5,000 per grant (single organizations, no match required); collaborative grants above $5,000 are not permitted.
Summary: Supports Pennsylvania nonprofits and local governments in preserving historically significant original documents through archival preservation projects.
Key Information: Only one application per organization/subunit per cycle; projects must relate to Pennsylvania history and original records.
Description
This grant program, administered by the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission (PHMC) in partnership with the State Historical Records Advisory Board, funds projects that preserve original historical records significant to Pennsylvania. Eligible activities include surveying, inventorying, arranging, describing, and reformatting archival materials, as well as purchasing preservation supplies and equipment. The program emphasizes professional archival standards and public access, ensuring that collections are protected and accessible for future generations. Funding is competitive and awarded based on the merits of the application and alignment with program goals.
