Window Coverings
To improve lighting conditions in the museum by installing protective window coverings.
To improve lighting conditions in the museum by installing protective window coverings.
$5,846,000 in fiscal year 2020 and $7,004,000 in fiscal year 2021 are for statewide historic and cultural grants to local, county, regional, or other historical or cultural organizations or for activities to preserve significant historic and cultural resources. Money must be distributed through a competitive grant process. The Minnesota Historical Society must administer the money 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. Contact, grants@mnhs.org
This project had two major targets: block sunlight from coming in the windows and provide a neat outward appearance of our historic building. The attached document (lux & UV chart) proves success in blocking sunlight through major reductions in visible light and UV when the blinds are closed. This was achieved by selecting high performance blinds with a maximum level of solar absorption. We also chose an installation that provided flat coverage that overlaps the wall to prevent gapping. Our second target for a neat outward appearance was also accomplished. By selecting the same blinds used in the rest of the building, we were able to achieve attractive uniform results.
Available upon request, grants@mnhs.org