Certified Local Government Grants

Ten percent of the annual Historic Preservation Fund grant to Alaska is designated for Certified Local Government projects. Local governments with approved historic preservation programs and designated Certified Local Governments are eligible for these grants. The grants are administered through the Office of History and Archaeology and reviewed by the Alaska Historical Commission. The grants are for historic preservation projects, must be matched, and are awarded on a competitive basis.

Open Grant Round Launches February 2, 2026, and Closes March 20, 2026

Historic Preservation Grants

When the Office of History & Archaeology can, it makes additional funds available from its annual Historic Preservation Fund grant to help owners of historic properties with rehabilitation projects. Individuals, non-profit organizations, businesses, Native, and local governmental entities are eligible to apply. All work must follow The Secretary of the Interior's Standards for Treatment of Historic Properties, and owners must execute a covenant to protect the historic character of the property. A new grant cycle will be announced soon, stay tuned for details on how you can apply and help continue this important work!

Alaska Maritime Heritage Preservation and Education Grants

Preserving Alaska’s Maritime Heritage: Past Success and Future Opportunities
The National Park Service previously awarded the State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) two highly competitive National Maritime Heritage Grants totaling $342,500 - $100,000 for preservation projects and $242,500 for education initiatives. These funds supported statewide efforts to safeguard and interpret Alaska’s rich maritime history, including in-house projects at the Alaska State Museum and subgrants to local communities. Through partnerships with the State Libraries, Archives, and Museums (LAM) and the Department of Education and Early Development (DEED), the Alaska Maritime Heritage Preservation Program empowered Alaskans to celebrate their unique cultural connections to northern waters. A new grant cycle will be announced soon, stay tuned for details on how you can apply and help continue this important work!

Alaska Historical Commission Grants

The Alaska Historical Commission promotes special initiatives, such as commemorating anniversaries of significant events in Alaska history, when there is widespread state support for them. The commission works with the Office of History and Archaeology to make funds available for planning, research, interpretation, public education, and development projects to assist these initiatives. The grants must be matched and are awarded on a competitive basis.

Additional Grant Opportunities

The State, Tribal, Local, Plans & Grants Division provides preservation assistance through several programs that support the preservation of America's historic places and diverse history. All information regarding grant applications, programs, and management, visit State, Tribal, and Local Plans and Grants Division (U.S. National Park Service) (nps.gov).

For information regarding technical assistance, grant projects, and events, visit NPS's new Historic Preservation Fund website at Historic Preservation Fund (U.S. National Park Service) (nps.gov).