Flavia Alaya, Principal Investigator
Gianfranco Archimede, Historian
Jimmy Richardson, Historian

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Via our cooperative agreement with the National Park Service, the National Council on Public History seeks a qualified historian (or team of historians) to conduct a Historic Resource Study Addendum on African American History at Paterson Great Falls Historical Park. The initial HRS was completed in 2019 and documented and analyzed Paterson’s history from the establishment of the S.U.M in the late 18th century through the decline of manufacturing and the impact of deindustrialization in the second half of the 20th century. This addendum project will address one of the primary research suggestions of the initial HRS – the addendum will expand the African American history context. Please read the full narrative in PDF format for the description of the project’s scope of work and timeline, as well as instructions for submitting your letter of interest and professional writing sample. Please note that we are particularly looking for PIs or project teams with experience with African American history and community engagement work.

Compensation:  $74,100 (This is the total compensation for the principal investigator(s), RAs, travel, research expenses, and copyright permissions). An additional $5,050 is available for PIs who wish to handle copy editing, 508 compliance, design, and/or layout.
Deadline for Letter of Interest to NCPH:  October 15, 2023
Expected Date to Award Project:  December 1, 2023
Anticipated Start Date:  January 2024
Timeline for Completion:  March 2026