The Oregon State Historic Preservation Office is offering grants for work on historic properties and for archaeology projects.
The annual grants fund up to $20,000 in matching funds for preservation projects. Both grant programs support the goals of the Oregon Historic Preservation Plan.
The Preserving Oregon Grants fund preservation of historic properties listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Work may include non-maintenance preservation like window repairs, foundation projects, plumbing and electrical needs. One recently funded project was Celia's House in Medford.
Preserving Oregon Grants can also fund archaeology projects for significant work contributing toward identifying, preserving and/or interpreting archaeological sites. An archaeology project by the Southern Oregon Laboratory of Anthropology was funded last year.
The Diamonds in the Rough Grants help restore or reconstruct the facades of buildings that have been heavily altered over the years. These grants return buildings to their historic appearance and potentially qualify them for local or national historic register designation.
The online grant application is simple to use and includes plenty of support. Free, online grant workshops specific to these grant programs and how to use the online grant application will be offered. Recorded training and tips are also online.
To learn more about the grants and workshops, visit "oregonheritage.org."
