Award to Support Collections and Archives Preservation
The award will support a preservation assessment of history, archival and science collections related to Texas and the Southwest. The collections comprise more than 180,000 items, with emphasis on pre-Columbian, Native American and ranch and agriculture life in Texas and the southwestern United States, as well as Fort Worth.
“For more than 75 years, we have been the people’s museum, a repository of significant historical artifacts and scientific collections,” said Van A. Romans, museum president. “This grant by the National Endowment for the Humanities acknowledges the commitment of our efforts to ensure the preservation of our collections for generations to come.”
NEH announced the Museum’s grant as a part of $14.8 million awarded to 253 humanities projects nationwide. NEH’s new grants support innovative digital projects, the preservation of collections and various humanities initiatives.
“From cutting-edge digital projects to the painstaking practice of traditional scholarly research, these new NEH grants represent the humanities at its most vital and creative,” said NEH Chairman Jon Parrish Peede. “These projects will shed new light on age-old questions, safeguard our cultural heritage and expand educational opportunities in classrooms nationwide.”
Created in 1965 as an independent federal agency, the NEH supports research and learning in history, literature, philosophy and other areas of the humanities by funding selected, peer-reviewed proposals from around the nation.
The National Endowment for the Humanities: Exploring the human endeavor.
The Fort Worth Museum of Science and History, a distinguished institution established in 1941, is accredited by the American Alliance of Museums and proudly holds Affiliate status with the Smithsonian Institute. Anchored by a diverse and enriching collection spanning science and history, the museum is committed to lifelong learning. Engaging visitors through vibrant programs and exhibits, it interprets the rich tapestry of Texas and the Southwest. The museum’s commitment to education is reflected in its innovative programs, designed to inspire and educate learners of all ages. From interactive workshops to immersive exhibits, the museum provides a dynamic environment for curiosity and intellectual growth. For more information about educational programs, exhibits, and events, visit www.fwmuseum.org.
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