Cleveland Museum of Natural History

The Cleveland Museum of Natural History will undertake a project to support the second phase of a multi-year initiative to improve the conservation and accessibility of its rare books and fine arts collections, which includes over 7,000 objects including paintings, sculptures, prints, textiles, and photographs spanning the 15th through the late 20th century, as well as rare books valued for their historic and aesthetic value. The grant will allow the museum to inventory, catalog, and rehouse these materials, aiding in their long-term conservation. Once complete, this project will contribute to the ultimate goal of increasing public access to these valuable collections, which document natural diversity over time and illustrate the intrinsic connections between nature, art, and human culture.