Andrew W. Mellon Connecting Communities to Collections Program - Collaborative Loans
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Overview
Andrew W. Mellon Connecting Communities to Collections Program - Collaborative Loans
Funder: Andrew W. Mellon Foundation
Award Year: 2022 ($1M total program funding)
Geographic Scope: Continental United States (tribal museums and cultural centers)
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Program Details:
Originally focused on Midwest tribal institutions; now considering loan proposals from any tribal museum in the continental United States.
Contact: Field Museum, 1400 S. DuSable Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL 60605 | 312.922.9410 or 312.665.7669 (TTY)
How to Apply
Application Process
Submit loan proposals to Field Museum. The museum will work with applicant institutions on:
1. Item selection consultation
2. Transport arrangements
3. Display case specifications and delivery
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