Maryland Trust Announces $5M for African American Heritage | The Locally Times
Maryland Trust Announces $5M for African American Heritage
On March 19, 2026, the Maryland Historical Trust announced it has committed $5 million to preserve African American heritage sites through its FY2026 grant program. The announcement confirms that award decisions have been made, addressing questions previously reported by The Locally Times about how the funds would be allocated after the grant cycle first opened. However, public documents released following a March 19 MHT Board of Trustees meeting do not yet contain a list of the specific organizations or preservation projects that will receive funding. The announcement confirms the funds are designated and recipients selected, with a detailed breakdown of the projects expected to be released at a later date. ## New Grant Opportunities and Resources Available In addition to allocating the FY2026 funds, the MHT also announced new opportunities for community preservation work. The Trust’s March 19 records show that the FY26 Historic Preservation Capital Grant Round is currently accepting applications, providing a separate funding avenue for projects aimed at restoring historical properties. The records do not specify the application deadline or total funding available for this grant round. ## Preservation Work Continues Across Disciplines The funding announcements are part of a broader set of activities at the state agency. The Maryland Historical Trust is also fostering professional development, with a public notice announcing an upcoming Architectural Fieldwork Symposium scheduled for March 26, 2026. The agency is also staffing its programs, with a recent job posting for an Assistant State Underwater Archaeologist. While the agency’s preservation work continues across multiple disciplines, the release of the detailed award list is pending, which will clarify how the $5 million from the African American Heritage Preservation Program will be distributed across Maryland.