The National Historic Preservation Act of 1966 authorizes
grants to Federally recognized Indian tribes for cultural and historic
preservation projects. These grants assist Indian Tribes, Alaskan
Natives, and
Native Hawaiian
Organizations in protecting and promoting their unique cultural
heritage and traditions.
From the beginning, the program has been shaped by
Indian tribes. It focuses on what they are most concerned
with protecting - Native language, oral history, plant and animal
species important
in tradition, sacred and historic places, and the establishment
of tribal historic preservation offices.
Since 1990, more than $17 million has been awarded
to over 460 Indian and Alaskan Native communities.
Application materials for the 2009 grants are now available.
Deadline is Friday, January 30, 2009
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