Historical Preservation?

Question

I have some extremely historical documents from the Revolutionary War but I need money to preserve them. I would eventually like to share my collection with the world but I first need to preserve these items before they become lost forever. Do you know an organization that would make a generous donation towards my preservation? I can convince them, just give me some ideas for groups. Thanks

Answer 1

Start with your local library.  You may be able to "loan" them the documents for their rare book collection in exchange for climate controled storage.  Ditto with a large university in your area.  That way you get the preservation and the opportunity to share them with the world at the same time.

You can also google "grants" to see if there are any that apply.

Answer 2

there are no grants for preservation of documents in private collections that I know of.  I think you should 'loan" them to a library or musuem to preserve.