Opportunity Information: Apply for NOIP16AC00543
The National Park Service published a Notice of Intent titled "Rush Hicks Site Digital Interpretation" (Funding Opportunity Number NOIP16AC00543) to support a single, specific project at Buffalo National River focused on improving interpretation of the historic Rush mining district. The purpose is to create a detailed 3-dimensional digital reconstruction of the Rush Hicks Historic Site as it appeared in the early 20th century, then present that reconstruction through a dedicated website that visitors can access on both mobile devices and desktop computers. The reconstruction is intended to be more than a visual model; it will be paired with supporting historical materials such as documentation, photographs, articles, and audio recordings so the public can explore the site in a richer, more contextual way than what is currently possible on the ground.
The need for the project comes from a major interpretation gap at the Hicks site itself. Existing visitor interpretation for the Rush mining district is largely concentrated up the road at the Morningstar Mine cluster, where several buildings like houses and a store still remain and where trails and interpretive panels are already in place. In contrast, the Hicks site has few or no on-site interpretive features, and the historic setting has become harder to read over time because reforestation and the loss of most built structures have erased many physical clues. As a result, visitors can be standing in the right place and still struggle to picture what the landscape once looked like or how the area functioned during the mining era. This project is framed as a pilot effort to begin addressing that challenge by using a web-based approach that can deliver a substantial amount of interpretive content without relying on extensive new physical infrastructure at the location.
The digital reconstruction will be grounded in credible source material rather than speculation. The Notice indicates the model will be based on primary sources and a detailed Historic Resource Documentation completed in 2006, which suggests the work will draw from established research and documented evidence about the property. By combining the 3D model with curated historical media and narratives, the website is meant to help the park tell a clearer story about the significance of the Hicks property and the broader Rush area, essentially allowing visitors to "see" the vanished historic landscape and understand it in context.
From an administrative standpoint, this opportunity is listed as a cooperative agreement under the Natural Resources activity category (CFDA 15.945). The award ceiling is $30,000, with one expected award. The posting includes an original closing date of May 31, 2016, and a creation date of May 24, 2016. Most importantly, it is explicitly labeled a "Notification of Intent to Fund Without Competition," and it states in plain terms that it is not a request for applications. In other words, the agency is announcing its intent to fund this work through a non-competitive process, rather than inviting multiple applicants to submit proposals.Apply for NOIP16AC00543
- The National Park Service in the natural resources sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Notice of Intent - Rush Hicks Site Digital Interpretation" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 15.945.
- This funding opportunity was created on 2016-05-24.
- Applicants must submit their applications by 2016-05-31. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $30,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Others.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the "Rush Hicks Site Digital Interpretation" opportunity?
It is a National Park Service Notice of Intent (Funding Opportunity Number NOIP16AC00543) describing a single, specific project at Buffalo National River to improve public interpretation of the historic Rush mining district, with a focus on the Rush Hicks Historic Site.
Is this a competitive grant where organizations can apply?
No. The notice is explicitly labeled a "Notification of Intent to Fund Without Competition" and states that it is not a request for applications. It announces the agency's intent to fund the work through a non-competitive process rather than inviting proposals from multiple applicants.
What is the main purpose of the project?
The purpose is to create a detailed 3-dimensional digital reconstruction of the Rush Hicks Historic Site as it appeared in the early 20th century and to deliver that reconstruction to the public through a dedicated website accessible on both mobile devices and desktop computers.
Where will the project take place?
The project is tied to Buffalo National River and specifically targets interpretation of the Rush Hicks Historic Site within the historic Rush mining district.
What will the project produce for the public?
The intended public-facing output is a dedicated website that presents the 3D reconstruction along with supporting historical materials so visitors can explore the site in a richer and more contextual way than is currently possible on the ground.
Will the digital reconstruction include more than just a 3D model?
Yes. The reconstruction is intended to be paired with historical materials such as documentation, photographs, articles, and audio recordings, allowing users to engage with the place through multiple kinds of source-based content.
What time period will the reconstruction depict?
The model is intended to reconstruct how the Rush Hicks Historic Site appeared in the early 20th century.
Why is this project needed at the Hicks site?
The notice describes an interpretation gap at the Hicks site: it has few or no on-site interpretive features, and its historic setting has become harder to read over time due to reforestation and the loss of most built structures. Visitors can be in the right location and still struggle to visualize what was there and how it functioned during the mining era.
How does current interpretation of the Rush mining district fall short?
Existing interpretation is largely concentrated up the road at the Morningstar Mine cluster, where several buildings remain and where trails and interpretive panels already exist. The Hicks site does not have comparable interpretive infrastructure, which contributes to the visitor experience gap described in the notice.
Does the project require building new on-site infrastructure?
The notice frames the effort as a pilot that uses a web-based approach to deliver substantial interpretive content without relying on extensive new physical infrastructure at the location.
Will the 3D reconstruction be based on evidence or speculation?
The notice indicates the model will be grounded in credible source material rather than speculation. It states the work will be based on primary sources and a detailed Historic Resource Documentation completed in 2006.
What sources will guide the reconstruction?
Source material referenced in the notice includes primary sources and a Historic Resource Documentation completed in 2006. The project also anticipates incorporating curated historical media such as photographs, documentation, articles, and audio recordings on the website.
What is the broader interpretive goal of combining the model with historical media?
By pairing the 3D reconstruction with curated historical materials and narratives, the website is meant to help the park tell a clearer story about the significance of the Hicks property and the broader Rush area, helping visitors "see" a vanished historic landscape and understand it in context.
What type of award is being used for this project?
The opportunity is listed as a cooperative agreement under the Natural Resources activity category.
What is the CFDA number associated with this opportunity?
The notice lists CFDA 15.945.
How much funding is available?
The award ceiling is $30,000.
How many awards are expected?
One award is expected.
What are the key posting dates mentioned in the notice?
The notice lists a creation date of May 24, 2016, and an original closing date of May 31, 2016.
What does "not a request for applications" mean in this context?
It means the agency is not soliciting proposals from multiple applicants. Instead, the notice is an announcement of intent to fund the work through a non-competitive process.
What is the intended access method for visitors?
The reconstruction is intended to be delivered through a dedicated website that visitors can access on both mobile devices and desktop computers.
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