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Find similar grantsNational Maritime Heritage Grants Program is sponsored by National Park Service (NPS), in partnership with the Maritime Administration (MARAD). This program provides funding for education and preservation projects designed to preserve historic maritime resources and to increase public awareness and appreciation for the maritime heritage of the United States.
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Maritime Heritage Grants - Maritime Heritage (U.S. National Park Service) Skip to global NPS navigation Skip to the footer section National Maritime Heritage Grants are administered by the National Park Service's National Maritime Heritage Program in partnership with the Department of Transportation's Maritime Administration .
The grants are funded through a percentage of the proceeds from the sale or scrapping of obsolete vessels of the National Defense Reserve Fleet. Maritime Heritage Grants provide 1-to-1 matching funds for a wide range of preservation and education projects designed to preserve historic maritime resources and increase public awareness and appreciation for the maritime heritage of the United States.
For more information please visit the Maritime Heritage Grants General Information and Frequently Asked Questions web pages. 1998 grant recipient Balclutha moored along Hyde Street Pier in San Francisco, California. National Park Service Last updated: December 14, 2023
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: State Historic Preservation Offices (SHPOs) apply on behalf of other organizations, such as museums, libraries, archives, and other eligible entities. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
National Maritime Heritage Grants Program is funded by National Park Service (NPS), in partnership with the Maritime Administration (MARAD). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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