Montana: State's Geographical Details
The Montana Historical Society (MHS) and the Montana State Historical Records Advisory Board (MHRAB) have recently secured significant grants to support various historical preservation and educational initiatives across the state.
The MHS received a grant of $38,427 to initiate a local public records program in Montana. This program aims to improve public access to historical records and materials. Another grant of $30,005 was awarded to support Montana's Electronic Records strategic plan for the creation, management, and preservation of the state's electronic records.
In addition, the MHS received funding for several projects that promote public access to historical records. For instance, they received $16,640 to continue their successful Traveling Student Archivist program, providing onsite assistance to small, underserved institutions across the state. They also received grants to support the state historical records advisory board, including a grant of $18,695 to provide onsite assistance to institutions.
The MHRAB, on the other hand, received a grant of $22,872 to analyze the current condition of historical records in the state. They also received funding for their Traveling Student Archivist Program, two board meetings, scholarships for attending training opportunities, and participation in a national archival organization.
One of the key programs funded by a recent grant is the History and Civics Education Program. This initiative provides comprehensive grants to Montana schools to cover transportation and lodging costs for free historical trips, allowing students to visit and learn about Montana's history and capitol. The goal is to ensure that geography and economics do not prevent Montana students from experiencing their state’s history.
While the MHRAB traditionally supports archival projects, training, and access activities related to the preservation of historical records statewide, the detailed search results do not specify exact grants or programs administered by MHRAB itself. However, these activities are commonly central to state historical records advisory boards.
The total funding secured by the MHS and MHRAB amounts to $876,000, with various grants supporting records projects, publications, and educational initiatives. These grants underscore the commitment of these organisations to preserving and promoting Montana's rich historical heritage.
For more detailed information about MHRAB's direct grant programs, such as archival training, records preservation projects, or public outreach activities they fund, it is recommended to contact the Montana Historical Records Advisory Board or the Montana Historical Society directly.
[1] More information about the History and Civics Education Program can be found at www.montanahistory.org/education.
- The History and Civics Education Program, offering grants to Montana schools for historical field trips, aligns with the goal of education-and-self-development, ensuring personal-growth opportunities for students by providing them with access to their state's history, even if affected by geographical or economic factors.
- The Montana Historical Records Advisory Board's archive training, records preservation projects, and public outreach activities, which are not thoroughly outlined in the detailed search results, can contribute significantly to an individual's mindfulness and learning, as they help preserve and share Montana's historical heritage with a broader audience through online-education resources.
