Historical Resource Development Program
Forecasted
The Historical Resource Development Program from the Iowa Department of Natural Resources funds projects that preserve and study Iowa’s historical, archival, and museum resources.
Funder: Iowa Department of Natural Resources
Due Dates (Anticipated): August 2027 (application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Typical awards range from $50,000–$300,000 per project; project period up to 2 years.
Summary: Supports projects that preserve Iowa’s cultural heritage through historic preservation, library and archival work, and museum initiatives.
Key Information: This is a forecasted opportunity; all dates and funding are projected and subject to change.
Description
The Historical Resource Development Program, administered by the State Historical Society and funded through the Iowa Department of Natural Resources’ Resource Enhancement and Protection (REAP) initiative, provides competitive grants to preserve and promote Iowa’s historical and cultural resources. The program supports a wide range of projects in historic preservation, library and archival work, and museum development, with the goal of enriching and protecting the state’s diverse heritage for future generations.
