Washington, D.C. - Congresswoman Elise Stefanik announced the first award recipients of the Mohawk Valley Historic Rural Revitalization Grant Program with funding the Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor received following her advocacy.
“I am proud to support the Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor’s Mohawk Valley Historic Rural Revitalization Grant Program in its crucial mission to invest in our historic sites across Upstate New York. These funds will ensure significant sites such as the centuries-old Old Fort Johnson and the Little Falls Public Library are preserved for future generations to learn from and enjoy,” said Congresswoman Elise Stefanik.
“These grants provide critical funding for projects that will help to maintain the integrity of these important sites. With the support of the National Park Service and our local partners, these preservation efforts contribute to the unique sense of place and heritage of the Mohawk Valley, while contributing to the continued revitalization of the region,” said Bob Radliff, Executive Director of the Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor.
Recipients of the Mohawk Valley Historic Rural Revitalization Grant Program include:
- Old Fort Johnson in Fort Johnson has been granted $100,000 to replace its aging roof and ensure that the 275-year-old building remains protected from the elements for future generations.
- The Montgomery County Old Courthouse in Fonda has been awarded $100,000 in grant funding to restore its three-story, 1836 façade.
- Canal Side Inn in Little Falls has been awarded $58,873 to replace its roof and upgrade its electrical system to better accommodate guests and enhance visitors’ experience.
- The Little Falls Public Library will receive $75,000 to preserve its original 1878 construction, including its front doors, basement windows, and masonry.
- West Hill School in Canajoharie has been awarded $100,000 for structural repairs and the restoration of its historic Bell Tower.
In August 2023, Congresswoman Elise Stefanik delivered a $750,000 grant from the National Park Service to the Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor to support the preservation of historic buildings in the rural communities of the Mohawk Valley.
