OREGON – The Oregon Parks and Recreation Department is awarding 18 grants totaling $300,000 to historic properties and archeology projects across the state, including in southern Oregon.
The Elks Lodge in Medford is receiving $20,000 to preserve its porch.
Ashland’s Butler Perozzi Fountain is also getting $20,000, which will be used to repair the inner basin and column of the fountain.
Meanwhile, the Southern Oregon Historical Society is getting $16,000 to complete roof maintenance at Central Point’s historic Hanley Farm.
Plus, Southern Oregon University is receiving a $20,000 grant to study a site in Wallowa County.
© 2024 KOBI-TV NBC5. All rights reserved unless otherwise stated.