This year, the History Channel will award $250,000 in grants of up to $10,000 to historical organizations to fund hands-on, experiential educational projects that teach students about their local history and actively engage them in its preservation. History museums, historical societies, preservation organizations, historic sites, libraries, archives, government agencies, and other historical organizations are eligible to apply. The deadline for applications is June 1, 2007. For guidelines and criteria, important dates, and to apply, visit www.saveourhistory.com.

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