Advancing Technology in Art Conservation

The summary for the Advancing Technology in Art Conservation grant is detailed below. This summary states who is eligible for the grant, how much grant money will be awarded, current and past deadlines, Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance (CFDA) numbers, and a sampling of similar government grants. Verify the accuracy of the data FederalGrants.com provides by visiting the webpage noted in the Link to Full Announcement section or by contacting the appropriate person listed as the Grant Announcement Contact. If any section is incomplete, please visit the website for the National Park Service, which is the U.S. government agency offering this grant.

Advancing Technology in Art Conservation: The National Park Service (NPS), through its National Center for Preservation Technology and Training (NCPTT), supports basic and applied research and develops and disseminates technologies for the preservation of cultural resources. NCPTT trains practitioners in new technologies and promotes technical preservation education for student and career professionals.

The Recipient and NPS have identified mutual interests and goals for this agreement including:

A. Research: develop and implement new technologies for the preservation and conservation of cultural heritage.
B. Training: adapt new and existing technologies to the field of art conservation. Offer training courses for students and convene experts on technical and scientific aspects of hands-on conservation.
C. Information Management: serve as knowledge centers and clearinghouses for conservation and preservation information.
D. Financial Assistance: serve the preservation and conservation community by offering professional development opportunities through internships and training.
E. Conference participation: to include holding sessions, participation in exhibits, and sharing meeting facilities.