Maritime Heritage Preservation & Education Grants

What is this notice about?

The Alaska Office of History and Archaeology is accepting applications for two competitive federal grants. The grants support preservation and education projects on historic maritime resources related to U.S. maritime history: historic maritime properties, maritime heritage collections and traditional maritime skills. Applications are due by noon on Friday, September 4, 2026.

Why was this notice issued?

The Office of History and Archaeology (OHA) has federal money from the National Maritime Heritage Grants Program for Federal Fiscal Year (FFY) 2025. It is announcing that grant applications are open.

What action is being taken?

OHA is accepting applications for two competitive 50/50 matching grants: the Maritime Heritage Preservation Grant and the Maritime Heritage Education Grant. In a 50/50 match, the applicant pays half of the project cost. About $232,750 is available for education projects, with requests of $10,000 to $50,000 each. About $547,547 is available for preservation projects, with requests of $15,000 to $75,000 each. The Alaska Historical Commission will review applications, and OHA will manage the grants. All projects must be finished by March 1, 2029.

Who is involved: Eligible applicants: state governments, federally recognized tribal governments, local governments and private nonprofit organizations. Reviewed by the Alaska Historical Commission; administered by the Office of History and Archaeology (Alaska Department of Natural Resources).

How can the public respond?

Respond by Fri, Sep 4, 2026 This deadline has passed.

“Applications must be received by 12:00 p.m. (noon) on Friday, September 4, 2026.”

Ways to respond

Online application package The FFY25 Maritime Heritage Education & Preservation application packages are available online at: How To Apply
Email (questions) ohagrants@alaska.gov

What to include

Only state, federally recognized tribal and local governments and private nonprofit organizations may apply. Grants require a 50/50 match. Projects must focus on historic maritime properties, maritime heritage collections or traditional maritime skills. Education requests must be $10,000 to $50,000 in federal share; preservation requests must be $15,000 to $75,000 in federal share. All projects must be completed by March 1, 2029.

Contact

Office of History and Archaeology, Alaska Department of Natural Resources
ohagrants@alaska.gov

Will there be public meetings?

The notice does not announce any public meeting or hearing.

Key dates

Jul 7, 2026: Notice published
Sep 4, 2026: Grant applications must be received by 12:00 p.m. (noon)
Mar 1, 2029: All funded projects must be completed

Original notice text

Subject: Funding Opportunity: FFY 25Maritime Preservation & Education Grants The Office of History and Archaeology (OHA) is accepting applications for two competitive 50/50 matching grants funded by the National Maritime Heritage Grants Program: The Maritime Heritage Preservation Grant and the Maritime Heritage Education Grant. Eligible applicants include state, federally recognized tribal, and local governments, as well as private nonprofit organizations. All projects must be completed by March 1, 2029. Funding Details: The Grants Program supports Maritime Heritage Preservation and Education projects focused on three categories of historic maritime resources: Historic Maritime Properties, Maritime Heritage Collections, and Traditional Maritime Skill. • Historic Maritime Properties include maritime districts, sites, buildings, structures, objects, and archeological resources associated with naval, navigational, or commercial maritime activities, generally 50 years or older or of exceptional importance. • Maritime Heritage Collections include objects, documents, and archeological materials that support the preservation and interpretation of U.S. maritime history, such as artifacts, archival records, small craft, works of art, and excavated shipwreck components. • Traditional Maritime Skills include historic naval, commercial, and navigational skills passed down through generations—often manual, craft-based, or specialized techniques that are no longer widely practiced or taught in modern training programs. • Applications are reviewed by the Alaska Historical Commission and grants are administered by OHA. Estimated Funding Available: • Maritime Heritage Education - $232,750 • Federal Share Request: Minimum $10,000; Maximum $50,000 • Maritime Heritage Preservation - $547,547 • Federal Share Request: Minimum $15,000; Maximum $75,000 Application Deadline: Applications must be received by 12:00 p.m. (noon) on Friday, September 4, 2026. The FFY25 Maritime Heritage Education & Preservation application packages are available online at: How To Apply Questions? Email: ohagrants@alaska.gov

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