Acquire Microfilm Reader/Printer/Scanner
To purchase a microfilm reader/printer/scanner to make microfilmed records more accessible to the public.
$4,500,000 the first year and $6,500,000 the second year are for history programs and projects operated or conducted by or through local, county, regional, or other historical or cultural organizations or for activities to preserve significant historic and cultural resources. Funds are to be distributed through a competitive grant process. The Minnesota Historical Society must administer these funds using established grant mechanisms, with assistance from the advisory committee created under Laws 2009, chapter 172, article 4, section 2, subdivision 4, paragraph (b), item (ii).
Available upon request. grants@mnhs.org
As of today's date, 10/29/19, we have had twenty-one patrons sign in to the genealogy room to use the new microfilm reader since it was installed on 2/27/19. In addition, staff has used the microfilm reader many times to research for out of town patrons. We have achieved our goal of offering updated equipment and software to make it easier and quicker for patrons to find the information they need.
Available upon request, grants@mnhs.org