CT Humanities Grant Awarded To New London Cultural Organization

NEW LONDON, CT — The board of directors of CT Humanities has approved $203,479 in grants to 13 cultural organizations, including one from New London.

The Thames River Heritage Park received a $9,999 grant.

Here's what the organization said about the project in a statement: "Since 2016, Thames River Heritage Park Foundation has successfully implemented the plan created by Yale Urban Design Workshop to establish a water taxi operation to connect heritage sites; design collaborative promotional materials, signage and marketing campaigns; and develop collaborative programs such as their annual Docent Academy and Lecture Series. TRHP is primed to revisit and update its mission, vision, and strategic plan, which will direct and aid the navigation for the next 10 years, 2026-2025."

The board focused on projects that:

• Expand the historic and cultural narrative around marginalized peoples including Black, Indigenous, Puerto Rican, and queer communities.
• Commemorate America’s Semiquincentennial – the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence taking place in 2026.
• Inspire civic involvement among youth and adults.
• Support exhibitions, lectures, and films on Connecticut artists, writers, and photographers.

“We are pleased to support opportunities for the public to connect and engage with humanities content and themes, and these projects are stellar examples,” Jason R. Mancini, executive director for CT Humanities, said in a statement. “Through our grant funding, we help our cultural organizations cultivate the curiosity, knowledge, and understanding that is essential to a healthy democracy.”