Belle Meade Plantation

To conduct an environmental survey of the 1853 Greek Revival mansion, collection storage areas, education and exhibit building, and other extant historic buildings housing permanent collections for display and interpretation. Also, to purchase monitoring equipment to monitor temperature and humidity levels inside the historic structures. The plantation, established in 1807 by John Harding, was one of the world's premier thoroughbred nursery and stud farms in the 19th century. Applicant Match: $25,838.