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Library Grants

Offered by the library, these grant opportunities help support the scholarly research of current faculty, students, and staff.

The Rhea Marsh and Dorothy Lockhart Smith Research Grant

Open to students, professors, or interested community members

Apply for the Rhea Marsh and Dorothy Lockhart Smith Research Grant to support the study of Winter Park, whether it is historical or current. The deadline for applications is September 15, 2025.

A picturesque postcard of the canal that connects Lake Virginia and Lake OsceolaIn partnership with the Winter Park Library and the Olin Library, the $3,000 research grant aims to encourage scholarly research of Winter Park, with both institutions sharing the results.

The range of topics is unlimited with no restrictions on length or format, as long as most of the research is supported by primary sources. In keeping with the spirit of the Smiths' lifelong commitment to Winter Park's cultural and intellectual life, the sponsors encourage the winners to use the momentum generated from this grant to continue their interests in the city's history.

For more information, please read the full grant guidelines when applying.

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For any questions on this grant, please contact Winter Park Archivist Rachel Simmons by emailing rsimmons@winterparklibrary.org or calling 407-623-3300, x2070.

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