The following is a text only press release from the federal Institute of
Museum and Library Services (IMLS). An HTML version of this release can
be read on the agency's Web site at www.imls.gov/news/2007/012307.shtm.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
January 23, 2007

Press Contacts
202-653-4628
Kevin O'Connell, [log in to unmask]
Mamie Bittner, [log in to unmask] 

IMLS Accepting Applications for Native American/Native Hawaiian Museum
Services Grants

Application Deadline: April 1, 2007

Washington, DC--The Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) is
accepting grant applications to the Native American/Native Hawaiian
(NANH) Museum Services program. NANH promotes enhanced learning and
innovation within museums and museum-related organizations, such as
cultural centers, organized by Native American tribes and organizations
that primarily serve Native Hawaiians. 

The program provides opportunities for Native American tribes and Native
Hawaiian organizations to sustain heritage, culture, and knowledge
through strengthened museum services in the areas of programming,
professional development, and enhancement of museum services. Projects
will benefit their communities and audiences by connecting people to
ideas, information, and learning experiences. 
Grant funding ranges from $5,000-$50,000, and is available under the
following three categories:

* Programming: Services and activities that support the educational
mission of museums and museum related organizations * Professional
Development: Education or training that builds skills, knowledge or
other professional capacity for individuals who provide or manage museum
services activities. Individuals can be paid or volunteer, and involved
with museum services either currently or in the future * Enhancement of
Museum Services: Support for activities that enable and improve museum
services

Applicants may apply on paper or online through Grants.gov. More
information, including guidelines and the application, can be found at
www.imls.gov/applicants/grants/nativeServices.shtm.

Awards will be announced in September 2007.

About the Institute of Museum and Library Services 
The Institute of Museum and Library Services is the primary source of
federal support for the nation's 122,000 libraries and 17,500 museums.
The Institute's mission is to create strong libraries and museums that
connect people to information and ideas. The Institute works at the
national level and in coordination with state and local organizations to
sustain heritage, culture, and knowledge; enhance learning and
innovation; and support professional development. To learn more about
the Institute, please visit: www.imls.gov.

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