The RI Historical Records Advisory Board selected 17 organizations to receive funds for preservation projects. Libraries awarded grants include:

• East Greenwich Free Library ($1,950)
• Langworthy Public Library ($1,000)
• North Scituate Public Library ($2,000)
• Salve Regina University Library ($1,640)
• West Warwick Public Library ($2,000)
• Westerly Public Library ($2,000)

In an earlier round of grants, the Providence Athenaeum, North Scituate Public Library, and Langworthy Public Library received awards.

The complete press release, including brief project descriptions, is on the Secretary of State’s website.