Federal Grant Award Summary

The National Park Service (NPS) awarded The Ohio State University $905,554 under the Save America's Treasures grant program (CFDA 15.929) on September 23, 2025, to fund the conservation of the Ohio Wesleyan University 19th Century Geological Collection. This physical preservation project, administered through a partnership between the NPS, National Endowment for the Arts (NEA), National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS), will be performed in Columbus, Ohio, with an anticipated completion date of April 30, 2029. The award requires a dollar-for-dollar non-federal match, which may be provided as cash or documented in-kind contributions.

The project delivers conservation and preservation services for a nationally significant historic collection, ensuring the long-term stability and accessibility of 19th century geological artifacts housed at Ohio Wesleyan University. As part of the competitive Save America's Treasures program, this award supports the preservation of intellectual and cultural collections that meet criteria for national significance, threat mitigation, and project feasibility. The four-year performance period allows for comprehensive conservation treatment and documentation of the collection materials.