Historic Preservation Fund
The Kansas State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) administers the Historic Preservation Fund (HPF) to finance local preservation activities that will contribute to planning for the preservation of the built environment and archeological resources. Up to 60 percent of the cost of eligible activities can be funded through this program. Through property identification and evaluation, communities may assess their historic properties and develop plans for their recognition and preservation.
HPF projects must result in a tangible product. Eligible products include, but are not limited to:
- preservation plans for communities or historic properties
- surveys of cultural resources
- National Register historic district nominations
- design-review guidelines for historic districts
- walking tour brochures, websites, or podcasts
- educational presentations, conferences, or workshops
For additional project ideas and program requirements see the current HPF Products Manual or contact the SHPO.
Applications for the 2012 HPF grant round are now available here. Applications are due March 15, 2012. Preliminary applications will be accepted through February 15, 2012. Please note that numbering on the HPF grant application has changed from previous grant years. Also, any applicant seeking funding for a survey project must agree to the current HPF grant-funded survey requirements.
For more information on the program or to request an application via mail, please contact:
Grants Manager
Cultural Resources
Kansas Historical Society
6425 SW 6th Avenue
Topeka KS 66615-1099
785-272-8681, ext. 240
cultural_resources@kshs.org
