January 16, 2026

Fully Funded Historical Markers: Preserving Local Stories and Strengthening Community

In this one-hour webinar from the William G. Pomeroy Foundation, attendees will learn how they can preserve and share local and community stories while strengthening a lasting sense of place through fully funded historical markers.

(Note: this event is free by default, but uses a pay-what-you-can structure. If you can support us with a few dollars for this event, it helps us keep programming accessible for those who most need cost savings. Thank you!) 

Through the William G. Pomeroy Foundation, you’ll discover how communities can preserve and share their unique stories while strengthening a lasting sense of place through fully funded historical markers.

In this webinar, scheduled for January 27 at 1:00 pm Eastern, historians from the Pomeroy Foundation will introduce participants to the Foundation’s historical marker grant programs, including Hometown Heritage®, Legends & Lore®, Hungry for History®, National Register, and more. Attendees will learn how Pomeroy Marker grants help communities nationwide honor local history, foster civic pride, and engage both residents and visitors. The session will also highlight national and regional partnership opportunities such as the Patriot Burials® program, as well as student engagement through the Pomeroy Education Program.

Participants will be guided through the process of researching and selecting compelling marker subjects, navigating the application process at wgpfoundation.org, and drawing inspiration from real-world examples of communities that have celebrated their heritage in meaningful, visible, and lasting ways.

Learning Objectives:
• Discover how Pomeroy Markers can enrich communities and highlight local history
• Learn how to identify meaningful marker topics and document historical significance
• Gain practical insight into submitting a successful grant application
• Explore examples of markers that strengthen community identity and pride
• Find out how to get started and access support through wgpfoundation.org

Register for the webinar here: https://community.ncph.org/event/PomeroyJan2026.