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Historic Resource Study of the Blackford House, Ferry Hill, and Bridgeport Community African American History

National Park Service

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Rolling / OpenLast verified: 2026-06-19

About This Grant

The park will work with a research team to develop a Historic Resource Study of the Blackford House, Ferry Hill, and Bridgeport Community focused on African American History. The research products will provide a comprehensive approach to the study of enslaved and free African American workers in the Maryland community and their role in the local economy and community. A history of the African American experience at Lock 38 and Ferry Hill will result, including possible connections to the Underground Railroad.

Grant Summary

Historic Resource Study of the Blackford House, Ferry Hill, and Bridgeport Community African American History is a National Park Service grant providing $0K to $57K. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Check eligibility and apply with FindGrants.

Focus Areas

humanities

Eligibility

Funder did not publish eligibility criteria — confirm directly with the funder before applying.

How to Apply

Funding Range

$0K$57K

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Complexity
Medium
  1. 1Confirm your organization is eligible for Historic Resource Study of the Blackford House, Ferry Hill, and Bridgeport Community African American History from National Park Service, checking organization type, location, and any population or project requirements.
  2. 2Gather the required documents and information, including your organization details, project plan, and budget figures.
  3. 3Draft your application narrative and budget addressing the funder's priorities and review criteria. FindGrants can draft each section for you to review and edit.
  4. 4Review every section against the requirements checklist, then export a submission-ready application pack and submit it to National Park Service before the deadline.
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Historic Resource Study of the Blackford House, Ferry Hill, and Bridgeport Community African American History: Frequently Asked Questions

Who is eligible for the Historic Resource Study of the Blackford House, Ferry Hill, and Bridgeport Community African American History?

Historic Resource Study of the Blackford House, Ferry Hill, and Bridgeport Community African American History is offered by National Park Service and is generally open to eligible organizations. It is open to organizations nationwide unless the funder specifies otherwise. Review the specific eligibility terms before applying, since funders set their own requirements around organization type, location, and the population or project being served.

How much funding does the Historic Resource Study of the Blackford House, Ferry Hill, and Bridgeport Community African American History provide?

Historic Resource Study of the Blackford House, Ferry Hill, and Bridgeport Community African American History provides between $1 and $57K per award from National Park Service. Actual award sizes depend on the scope of your project, available program funds, and the number of applicants, so build a budget that reflects realistic, allowable costs rather than the maximum figure.

When is the Historic Resource Study of the Blackford House, Ferry Hill, and Bridgeport Community African American History deadline?

Historic Resource Study of the Blackford House, Ferry Hill, and Bridgeport Community African American History accepts applications on a rolling or ongoing basis, so there is no single fixed deadline. Confirm current timing with the funder, National Park Service, before you apply, and submit as early as possible because rolling programs can close once funds are committed.

How do you apply for the Historic Resource Study of the Blackford House, Ferry Hill, and Bridgeport Community African American History?

To apply for Historic Resource Study of the Blackford House, Ferry Hill, and Bridgeport Community African American History, confirm your eligibility, gather the required documents, and prepare a narrative and budget that address the funder's priorities. FindGrants guides you step by step and can draft each section, then exports a submission-ready application pack for this grant from National Park Service.

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