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Local History Grants for Collections Care and Access: Mini-Grant Funding is sponsored by Wisconsin Historical Society and Wisconsin Council for Local History. This mini-grant program provides funding to historical societies in Wisconsin to enhance their collections management and preservation efforts. Projects can focus on archival supplies, digitization equipment, and conservation supplies.
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Local History Mini-Grants Funding Available for Wisconsin Historical Society Affiliates Do you have a collections care or management project that needs funding support? Each spring, affiliates can apply for grants up to $700 for projects and activities that support collections care and management.
All organizations affiliated with the Wisconsin Historical Society, regardless of location, membership level, or budget size, are invited to apply. Affiliates must be in good standing and current in filing an annual report with the Wisconsin Historical Society to be eligible. The 2026 grant season is now CLOSED.
Check back in early 2027 for updated guidelines for the next season. From archival supplies to training, we offer grant opportunities for a variety of needs. Review categories our grants support.
A project may fit in more than one category. Unsure if your project is eligible? Reach out to us !
Climate Control Equipment Collections Management Software either gets 'card-wrap' or 'card-scroll' --> 2026 Mini-Grant Guidelines Ready to apply for your mini-grant? Use the application below. 2026 Mini-Grant Application 2026 Mini-Grant Recipients The Wisconsin Historical Society is pleased to announce that 16 affiliated local historical societies received a total of $10,306.
73 through the 2026 mini-grant program.
Recipients of the 2026 mini-grant were: Dairyland Farm Heritage Preservation Association, De Pere Historical Society, Delavan Historical Society, Evansville Grove Society, Heritage Military Music Foundation, Holman Area Historical Society, Kewaunee County Historical Society, Mid-Continent Railway Museum, Milton House Museum, Neenah Historical Society, Old Brule Heritage Society, Ozaukee County Historical Society, Pierce County Historical Association, Portage County Historical Society, Sterling Eureka and Laketown Historical Society, and Superior Historic Properties Become a Local History Affiliate!
Not an affiliate yet? The Wisconsin Historical Society’s Outreach program supports 440+ organizations statewide with resources, training, and opportunities to share community stories. Apply for affiliation with the Wisconsin Historical Society today!
To maintain affiliate status, local history affiliates must submit an annual report. After January 1 of each year, local history affiliates can access the previous year's annual report filing system online . View the 2024 Local History Affiliate Annual Report Summary Important Filing Requirements: Annual Reports, 990 E-Postcard, Tax Exempt Status Questions about Local History Outreach?
We're here to help you get the information you need. Please reach out to our team using the email below. Connect with Local History Outreach Resources for Local Historical Societies Last Updated: August 21, 2026 Wisconsin's New History Center Wisconsin Magazine of History Birth, Marriage, & Death Records National Registers of Historic Places Plan your visit for research, adventure, and so much more!
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Dive into our world class collections and uncover your story through our library & archives, digital collections, and historic objects. Discover your family history through our robust collections, educational programs, and helpful services for genealogy researchers. From individual buildings to whole districts we're keeping track of the relevant information for you to explore and learn more about the history of Wisconsin.
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Wisconsin: Our State Our Story 4th Grade Textbook to help young learns understand Wisconsin's story. A program to get your students excited about history! Options at our historic sites & museums, online, and in your classroom!
Learn who we are and how you can support our mission! As America's oldest continuously funded historical society, we’ve captured the voices that have shaped Wisconsin for nearly 180 years. Together, we’re writing the next chapter.
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All students in grades 6-12 are welcome to participate in National History Day, regardless of the type of school they attend. Guide your students as they investigate the past and develop the skills of historians! Here, you’ll find classroom-ready tools to support your National History Day program.
NHD Judging & Volunteering National History Day in Wisconsin is gearing up for a fantastic contest season, but we can’t do it without your help! We are looking for volunteer judges with diverse professional experiences, different background knowledge, and a passion for history to give students the best feedback. Information about local, regional, state, and National History Day contests in Wisconsin.
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Historical societies affiliated with the Wisconsin Historical Society and meeting specific tax-exempt criteria. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to $700 (based on 2024 awards). Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Local History Grants for Collections Care and Access: Mini-Grant Funding is funded by Wisconsin Historical Society and Wisconsin Council for Local History. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Wisconsin. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
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