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"FY2025 & FY2026 Historic Preservation Fund - Semiquincentennial Grants" is currently closed and not accepting applications.
FY2025 & FY2026 Historic Preservation Fund - Semiquincentennial Grants is sponsored by National Park Service. Supports the physical preservation of cultural resources associated with the founding of America, in commemoration of the country's 250th anniversary.
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Semiquincentennial Grants - Historic Preservation Fund (U.S. National Park Service) Skip to global NPS navigation Skip to the footer section Semiquincentennial Grants Learn More About Other Grants The Semiquincentennial Grant Program was created by Congress in 2020 to honor the 250th anniversary of the United States by restoring and preserving sites and structures listed on the National Register of Historic Places that commemorate the founding of the nation.
For the purposes of this grant program, the "founding of the nation" is defined as the period ending in 1815. This end date corresponds to the defeat of British naval forces at the Battle of New Orleans and the ratification of the Treaty of Ghent by Congress. These events brought a close to the War of 1812, marking the end of military hostilities between the United States and Great Britain which had begun with the American Revolution.
The founding of the nation does not have a defined starting period to be inclusive of the many cultures that combined to create the America of today. Historic resources supported by this program may include those associated with the political ideas, well-known individuals, pivotal events, or sites of conflict typically thought of in conjunction with this period of American history.
However, built resources can successfully illustrate concepts of "nationhood" and "America" regardless of where they are located. Such resources may reflect what people thought and did and lived, and thus illustrate the lifeways, folkways, foodways, people, places, events, and condition of culture and society during the formation of the country.
Important Eligibility Information Eligible applicants may include local governments, non-profit organizations, public and non-profit institutions of higher education, and tribes. Notably, the Fiscal Year 2023 Semiquincentennial grant program does not require resources to be owned by a State government.
All resources must be listed in the National Register of Historic Places (including National Historic Landmarks) individually or as contributing to a listed district at the time of application to be eligible for this program.
Buildings, structures, sites, districts, and objects considered significant for their association with or commemoration of people, places, or events between the earliest known resources and December 31, 1800, may be considered as associated with the "founding of the nation." Application packages must be submitted using grants. gov in response to a notice of funding opportunity number under Assistance Listing (formerly CFDA) 15.
966. A short summary of the Semiquincentennial Grant Program that has general information on funding priorities, project and applicant eligibility, and upcoming important due dates and deadlines. Fact sheets are intended to provide an overview of the grant program.
Full application details and requirements will always be outlined in the Notice of Funding Opportunity posted to grants. gov .
Semiquin Funded Projects Map Links to Application Information historic preservation fund People, Places, & Stories of the Revolution Across the National Park Service Helpful Links for Grantees and Applicants To learn more about the ways that the National Park Service is connected to the preservation of historic sites nationwide, check out the links below.
Feel free to look up specific properties listed as National Historic Landmarks or properties listed in the National Register of Historic Places using these sites. NPS & Historic Preservation National Register of Historic Places Preserving America's Heritage National Historic Landmarks Program Place has the power to teach! Teaching with Historic Places Visit Places of Significance Last updated: May 18, 2026
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Nonprofit organizations, including those without 501(c)(3) status, and other entities with a demonstrated commitment to preserving historic properties. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The published deadline was June 30, 2026, which has passed. Check the official notice for any future application windows before investing time in a proposal.
FY2025 & FY2026 Historic Preservation Fund - Semiquincentennial Grants is funded by National Park Service. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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