Apply for a FREE Preservation Assessment

As part of its ongoing efforts to provide education and support to archival repositories in the state, the Texas Historical Records Advisory Board (THRAB), with support from the National Historical Publication and Records Commission (NHPRC) will provide funding for up to four professional preservation assessments in the El Paso area and Far West Texas region during December of 2024. Archives, libraries, museums, or other cultural heritage repositories preserving and providing access to historically significant archival collections are encouraged to apply. Special consideration will be given to Hispanic-serving institutions and underfunded repositories.

THRAB has contracted with Rebecca Elder Cultural Heritage Preservation of Austin to conduct the on-site reviews of facilities, environments, and collection needs, and produce a brief assessment report for each repository with short and long-term recommendations. Areas of review include building and environmental conditions; general collection needs; storage and shelving; exhibits (if any); and emergency planning and security. The report will prioritize the recommendations and provide essential documentation to support any future funding requests, including grant applications, to accomplish the projects. 

THRAB will review the final assessment reports and work with the institutions to identify appropriate grants or other means to address the recommendations. THRAB will monitor progress of the institutions and provide advocacy support. Deadline: October 14. Successful applicants will be notified by October 21. 

Apply: https://forms.gle/cBZWoLpm8zmVq5rE7