HUNTERDON COUNTY, N.J. — The Hunterdon County Board of County Commissioners has approved $185,000 in grants to support local arts organizations and historical initiatives across the county.
The funding, approved at the board’s Feb. 3 meeting, includes $150,000 for the Local Arts Program and $35,000 for the County History Partnership Program. The grants are administered through the Hunterdon County Cultural & Heritage Commission with funding secured from the New Jersey State Council on the Arts and the New Jersey Historical Commission.
Commissioner Zach Rich, liaison to the Cultural & Heritage Commission, highlighted the importance of investing in cultural and historical programs.
“Hunterdon County is proud to support the organizations that preserve our history and bring arts and culture to our communities,” said Commissioner Rich. “These grants help ensure that residents and visitors alike have access to enriching cultural experiences while strengthening the nonprofit organizations that play such a vital role in our county’s quality of life.”
The Local Arts Program provides financial support to nonprofit arts organizations that offer live performances, arts education and community events. This year’s recipients include ACME Screening Room, ArtYard, Flemington DIY, Friends of the Locktown Stone Church, Hunterdon Choral Alliance, Hunterdon Musical Arts, Music Mountain Theatre, NJ WomenSong, Raritan River Music, River Union Stage, ShowKids Invitational Theatre, Studio Route 29 and Whitehouse Wind Symphony.
The County History Partnership Program supports local historical organizations in preserving and interpreting Hunterdon County’s heritage. This year’s grant recipients include 1759 Vought House, Hunterdon Art Museum, Hunterdon County Historical Society, Lambertville Historical Society, Readington Museums and Sons of the Revolution.
Officials said the history program funding will assist with operational support, preservation of historic sites and development of educational programming.
County commissioners said they remain committed to supporting initiatives that foster creativity, preserve local heritage and enhance quality of life for residents and visitors.
