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City recommends $3 million for FY26 Heritage Preservation Grants, awarding capital and event projects
Summary
Austin staff recommended $3 million in Heritage Preservation Grant awards for FY26: $1.5 million for capital projects (eight projects) and $1.5 million for heritage events (14 projects), with grants available up to $250,000 for capital work and up to $150,000 for events at historic sites.
Staff from Austin Arts and the Cultural Affairs & Investments Division presented recommendations for the FY26 Heritage Preservation Grant cycle, saying the program supports preservation projects, expands access to historic places and encourages heritage‑based events.
"For the fiscal year 2026, we have recommended for funding and awarded over $24,000,000 in grants to 731 applicants," Christina Kufa said while giving an overview of ACME funding programs that include multiple grant…
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