Scholarship Opportunity for Newburgh Students

The Historical Society of Newburgh Bay and the Highlands is pleased to solicit applications for their second annual $1,000.00 college scholarship to be given to an outstanding scholar interested in history or historical preservation, archeology, anthropology, or information services. The applicant should show an interest in the history of the area and should demonstrate this interest through participation in activities that relate to the history of the area. They would like the scholarship to encourage young people to be active participants in learning about and preserving our historical heritage.

The application deadline is May 15, 2011. Further information may be obtained by calling Warren Cahill at 845-562-5639. Click here for the application.