National Historical Publications Historical Records grant

The National Historical Publications and Records Commission seeks proposals to publish historical records of national significance. Projects may focus on the papers of major figures from American life or cover broad historical movements in politics, military, business, social reform, the arts, and other aspects of the national experience. The historical value of the records and their expected usefulness to broad audiences must justify the costs of the project. Grants are awarded for collecting, describing, preserving, compiling, editing, and publishing documentary source materials. The NHPRC does not fund proposals to purchase historical records; it also does not fund proposals to publish the papers of anyone who has been deceased for fewer than ten years. Eligible Activities Include: * Scholarly documentary editions in printed and bound volumes. * Scholarly documentary editions in online and other formats. * Image editions in online, microfilm, and other formats. * Conversion of existing print and microfilm editions to electronic publications. * Combinations of the above.

Amount: $250,000

Date due: October 7, 2010

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National Historical Projects Basic Projects

The National Historical Publications and Records Commission seeks proposals for fundamental archival activities that promote the preservation and use of America's documentary heritage. Proposals must demonstrate how the applicant employs the best and most cost-effective archival methods. Activities included under Basic Projects may be any one or combination of the following: 1. Basic Processing, 2. Preservation Planning, 3. Collections Development, and/or 4. Establishing Archives. Although projects focused exclusively on professional development are not eligible in this grant category, the Commission strongly encourages each application to include professional development components necessary for the success of the project.

Amount: $200,000

Date due: October 7, 2010

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