U.S. Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation Freedom 250

The U.S. Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation Freedom 250 special edition honors the enduring commitment of the United States to freedom, democracy, and unity via cultural heritage stewardship. The program supports the preservation of archaeological sites, historic buildings and monuments, museum collections, and forms of traditional cultural expression. Priority projects should incorporate technical exchange between Americans and foreign counterparts and illuminate the rich historical and cultural ties between the United States and countries around the world. Some key aspects of the project include: • Cultural objects or sites associated with notable Americans • Cultural objects or sites developed or brought to light by American archaeologists or heritage professionals • Cultural objects or sites associated with American history or contributions to significant historical events • Cultural objects or sites associated with American innovations and leadership in the sciences • Cultural objects or sites highlighting the intellectual and philosophical roots of American institutions • Cultural objects or sites associated with American-inspired independence movements • Forms of traditional cultural expression that influenced American art forms • Historical sites of significance to diaspora communities in the United States