The lewis ginter botanical garden will address recommendations from a collections assessment for preservation (cap) report that highlighted challenges the horticulture staff face in maintaining…
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- Award ID
- MA255883OMS24
- Recipient
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Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden, Inc. UEI EK3BN2GV8Q15
- Awarding agency
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Institute of Museum and Library Services
National Foundation on the Arts and Humanities
- Obligated
- $386,093
Award facts
- Assistance listing
- 45.301 Museums for America
- Completion date
- Funding
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- $192,715.00 Federal
- $193,378.00 Non-federal
- Place of performance
- Richmond, VA 23228, USA
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About this award
The Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden received a $386,093 Project Grant award from the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) under the Museums for America (MFA) program. The grant will enable the botanical garden to address recommendations from a Collections Assessment for Preservation (CAP) report by replacing the aging environmental monitoring system, louvers/shades, and greenhouse misting system. These infrastructure upgrades will help the garden continue protecting, preserving, and expanding its botanical collection, including threatened taxa, to support the organization's mission of horticultural excellence and community engagement. The project activities are expected to be completed by February 2026.
Description
The lewis ginter botanical garden will address recommendations from a collections assessment for preservation (cap) report that highlighted challenges the horticulture staff face in maintaining climate zones specific to the needs of plants due to the garden's aging infrastructure. Project activities will include replacing the environmental monitoring system, the louvers and shades in garden buildings, and the greenhouse misting system. As a result, the garden will continue to protect, preserve and expand the botanical collection including threatened taxa, which is essential to supporting the garden's functions and mission.
Quick answers
Who received award MA255883OMS24?
MA255883OMS24 was awarded to Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden, Inc. by Institute of Museum and Library Services (National Foundation on the Arts and Humanities) on September 1, 2024.
How much is award MA255883OMS24 worth?
$386,093 has been obligated on MA255883OMS24: $192,715 in federal funding and $193,378 in non-federal funding.
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