Deadline for submissions: June 13, 2011.
Students, teachers, organizations and individuals of all ages are encouraged to apply for up to $1,000 to assist them in the completion of a project which will document, preserve or improve access to the history of the Juneau-Douglas area. Projects may include, but are not limited to: live performances, public presentations, research papers, recordings, videotape, use of computers or other media.
The 1980 Juneau Centennial Committee set aside an endowment to help fund projects each year. Each year, up to $2,500 is available to be divided among successful applicants.
A committee will read and judge proposed projects on the following criteria:
Historical value to the community
Can be accomplished within the stated timeline
Realistic and balanced budget
Historic accuracy and objectivity, as indicated by proposed sources and methodology; and
Will produce a tangible product to be shared with the community
Projects for 2011/2012 are currently being accepted now through June 13, 2011.
Click here to view the application form.For more information about the Juneau History Grant call 586-3572 or email Alysia.
Click here to view a complete listing of Juneau History Grant Projects 1992 to Present.
Photograph credit: Cabinet card photograph reading “Indian City at Juneau,” photo by Edward de Groff, circa 1880s. Size 7 x 4.25 inches. Image shows a view of Tlingit homes and canoes on the beach along the Gastineau Channel, near present-day Willoughby Ave, Juneau. Credit: Richard Wood Collection, Special Collections Research Center, Sealaska Heritage Institute.
