|
|
 |
|
|
|
PHMC Programs of Interest
|
|
| |
| Historic preservation tax credits, research scholarships, student internships and employment opportunities are offered through the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission. |
|
Elfreth's Alley Museum, Philadelphia |
| |
| Investment Tax Credit and Charitable Deductions |
Two Federal
Tax Incentive Programs currently apply to preservation activities
in Pennsylvania: the rehabilitation investment tax credit and
the charitable contribution deduction.
Rehabilitation investment tax credits are the most widely used incentive program. Certain expenses incurred in connection with the rehabilitation of an old building are eligible for a tax credit. Rehabilitation investment tax credits are available to owners and certain long term leases of incoming-producting properties that are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. There are two rates: 20% for historic buildings and 10% for non-residential, non-historic buildings built before 1936.
The charitable contribution deduction is taken in the form of a conservation easement and enables the owner of a "certified historic structure" to receive a one-time tax deduction. A conservation easement usually involves the preservation of a building's façade by restricting the right to alter its appearance.
The Federal Tax Incentive Programs are coordinated through the State Historic Preservation Office, Bureau for Historic Preservation, Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission in conjunction with the National Park Service. Federal Historic Preservation Certification Applications are available on-line.
Contact Bonnie Mark, State Program Coordinator, at 717-787-0772
or bmark@state.pa.us
for additional instructions if you intend to apply. |
| |
| Scholars
in Residence |
| The Pennsylvania Historical and Museum
Commission (PHMC) invites applications for its Scholars in Residence
Program. The program supports short-term, full-time research
and study in collections maintained by Commission facilities,
including the Pennsylvania State Archives, The State Museum
of Pennsylvania, and the State Historic Preservation Office,
all in Harrisburg, and 25 historic sites and museums around
the Commonwealth.
For further information or to obtain an application packet,
including a brochure describing Commission collections and staff
contacts, visit the website at Scholars
in Residence Program or contact:
Scholars in Residence Program
Bureau of Archives and History
Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission
Commonwealth Keystone Building, Plaza Level
400 North Streeet
Harrisburg, PA 17120-0053
(717) 772-3257
Send an E-mail to the Scholars in Residence Program at ra-phmcscholars@state.pa.us.
|
| |
|
Student Internships |
|
The Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission (PHMC)
offers a variety of internship opportunities to undergraduate
and graduate students interested in pursuing a career in public
history. PHMC, an agency of state government, is the official
history agency of the Commonwealth, responsible for preserving,
documenting, and interpreting Pennsylvania ’s diverse
history and making this history accessible to the public.
All interns must be matriculating at a college or university
at the time of their internship. Students are encouraged,
although not required, to seek credit for their internships.
Applications are accepted from students throughout the United
States, as well as international students. For more information
on the various internship opportunities, please visit the
Student
Internship Opportunities section of the PHMC website.
Specific questions about the internship program can be directed
to:
Internship Program
Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission
Commonwealth Keystone Building – Plaza Level
400 North Street
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania 17120-0053
717/772-3257 (phone)
717/214-2928 (fax)
Send an E-mail to the Internship Program at RA-PHMCInterns@state.pa.us.
|
| |
|
Employment and Career Opportunities with the PHMC
|
The Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission has over five hundred positions performing a variety of jobs throughout the Commonwealth. Professional positions are filled through the State Civil Service Commission. Clerical, custodial guide and maintenance positions are filled through the Governor's Bureau of State Employment. Click here for more information.
|
|
| |
|
|
