Strafford Historical Society, Inc.
Grant Amount: $10,000
PO Box 100
Strafford, VT 05072

This organization is producing and distributing 3 documentaries on Vermont's copper mining industry (1-hour documentary for general public and two twenty minutes educational documentaries for school age youth). The documentaries aim to educate citizens and students on the complexity of land use issues and raise awareness of mining's potential effects on the environment. Strafford Historical Society intends to have over 30 viewings of the documentary in Vermont and New Hampshire. Also, local schools are incorporating the films in their environmental science classes. It is anticipated 25,000 viewers will see the documentary through the different viewing and on VT and NH public access cable stations.