The grants will enable the states to preserve and protect the nation’s historic sites without expending tax dollars.
“These grants will enable citizens of every state and territory to keep alive their heritage as a vital part of the American experience,” Salazar said.
“The grants are not only an investment in the story of America, but will also drive tourism and strengthen local economies.”
The Historic Preservation Fund is supported by revenue from federal oil leases on the Outer Continental Shelf. The National Park Service administers the fund on behalf of the secretary of the Interior and uses the majority of appropriated funds to distribute matching grants to state and tribal historic preservation officers.
For information about other National Park Service preservation, conservation, and recreation assistance programs available to communities, visit http://www.nps.gov/communities/index.htm.
