Featured Grants

October 2011:

$19,690 Major Grant awarded to the World Sound Foundation for “Paradise Transformed: How a Mountain, a Roadway and Reservoir Changed the Face of the Hudson Valley Forever.”

The mission of the Sound and Story Project of the Hudson is to strengthen the natural bond of community through the power of listening.

This winter, the World Sound Foundation will air a three-part radio documentary series about the historical impact of three human interventions into the Hudson Valley landscape.

Each 10-15 minute program of Paradise Transformed will be an in-depth look at the historical impact the construction of the Ashokan Reservoir, the battle for Storm King, and the building of the New York State Thruway had on the valley’s growth and development. The three program topics include: the price of water, environmental struggles, and getting from here to there (covers the many revolutionary developments in transportation).

This project has been developed from extensive research and interviews in order to examine the interactions that surrounded these events.

In addition to the radio broadcast, each program will be available online at www.soundandstory.com.

$2,775 Mini Grant awarded to the Historical Society of Saratoga Springs for “The Life of Ethan Allen”

The mission of the Historical Society of Saratoga Springs is to foster public education and chronicle the story of Saratoga Springs. 

This October, Professor Willard Sterne Randall of Champlain College will lecture on his latest work Ethan Allen: His Life and Times, a vibrant and controversial character in 18th century colonial history. 

When most Americans think of Ethan Allen, they remember the bold hero of the American Revolution who took Fort Ticonderoga from the British.  Professor Randall will discuss Allen's Revolutionary deeds, but he will also examine many other facets of Allen's life including his time as a prisoner of war, his role in politics, business, and how he helped bring Vermont into the United States.  Randall’s Lecture will cover issues including social unrest, political upheaval, and mob mentality in the 18th century.

or more information, visit the Historical Society of Saratoga Springs’ website at www.saratogahistory.org.

We want to hear from you. Contact the Council at any time with questions or to discuss your project: grants@nyhumanities.org or 212-233-1131