Funding for Projects of Municipal and Other Non-State Museums

The state of Rhineland-Palatinate supports non-state museums in Rhineland-Palatinate, regardless of whether they are municipally sponsored or run by foundations or associations. The program aims to strengthen the museum landscape by establishing and expanding infrastructure and carrying out important museum activities in the region.

The funding program supports a variety of museum projects through project funding, from collection care to the implementation of exhibition projects and publications. It covers significant costs but excludes certain construction and operating costs to ensure a focus on museum activities.

Financial support is provided as a grant, covering up to 50 percent of eligible expenses. Minimum funding thresholds, so-called de minimis thresholds, are set, which vary depending on the type of sponsor. A maximum funding amount per project is not explicitly mentioned.

Applicant museums must meet certain legal and organizational requirements, including secure sponsorship and proof of non-profit status for foundations or associations. Clear rules apply to cost calculation and the start of measures, with funding covering project costs up to 50%, but excluding certain expenses such as construction or personnel costs.

The application process requires the submission of detailed project descriptions and financing plans in triplicate to the Museums Association Rhineland-Palatinate e.V. Approval follows a professional assessment by the Museums Association and a recommendation to the responsible ministries and the ADD, which makes the final decision.

This funding program is based on a specific administrative regulation of the state of Rhineland-Palatinate, which forms the framework for project funding for municipal and other non-state museums. This is supplemented by further state law provisions that regulate the financing and implementation of the program.