Discretionary

The National Archives and Records Administration awarded a $1,000,000.00 Project Grant to the Connecticut Historical Society, a non-profit organization located in Connecticut, under the National Historical Publications and Records Grants program (CFDA 89.003). The grant supports a range of activities related to preserving, digitizing, and providing access to historical records and cultural heritage collections held by the Connecticut Historical Society. Specific activities include arranging, describing, imaging, and publishing archival collections, as well as inventorying, rehousing, cataloging, and digitizing collections that document Connecticut's cultural traditions and diverse communities. The grant also funds the development of educational resources for K-12 teachers, folklife documentation activities, and the administration of traditional arts apprenticeships. Key partners on the funded projects include Central Connecticut State University, the Connecticut Digital Archive, and Hartford area libraries. The grant period runs from September 1, 2023 to September 30, 2026.