Awards to Wisconsin organizations to recognize notable historical museum exhibits that have opened during the previous calendar year. Nominations will be considered for traveling, permanent, and temporary exhibits. Museum exhibits will be evaluated according to the following criteria:
-Reach of intended audiences
-Content draws from reliable historical sources and is presented accurately, conveying the significance of the subject matter and relevance to the audience
-Conservation of original materials through appropriate mounts, lighting, climate control and security
-Communication of a clear message or set of ideas
-Design that supports and enhances the ideas, theme, organization and tone
Number of Grants:
Send applications to:
Wisconsin Historical Society
Attn: Brian Thompson
816 State St.
Madison, WI 53706
For more information, contact Brian Thompson at 608-264-6586 or send an email here: http://www.wisconsinhistory.org/feedback/1558