Teaching with Primary Sources Midwest Region
Helping educators enhance students’ critical thinking, analysis skills, and content knowledge using the Library of Congress' collections.
Teaching with Primary Sources (TPS) is the premier educational program by the Library of Congress. The TPS Midwest Region at Illinois State University covers 11 states situated in the center of the United States, from Nebraska to Ohio.
The Teaching with Primary Sources Midwest Region is no longer accepting proposals for the current funding cycle but anticipate additional funding in December 2026. The Midwest Region will continue to accept Notices of Intent from groups interested in pursuing grant funds in the next funding cycle.
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Apply for a grant
The Midwest Region offers grants up to $25,000 to projects that support the Library's mission and goals. Grants are awarded year-round and have no submission deadline.
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Activities by state
Across its 11 states, the Midwest region has granted to over 180 unique partners! Read about their projects here.
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Professional development
The Library and the Midwest Region offer frequent professional development opportunities to hone your skills with primary source education. See how you can get involved today!
Resources
Find resources related to Library of Congress collections, TPS Consortium Groups, or articles generated by the Midwest Region and its partners.
Our Partners
Announcements
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Spring 2026 Workshop: Fundamentals of Primary Source Instruction
Learn to utilize digital primary sources from the Library of Congress and create source collections that engage students in active learning! Join us for a blend of asynchronous assignments and virtual meetings.
Completion awards 25 hours towards reaccreditation. Dates to be announced.
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Library of Congress Celebrates 50 Years of the American Folklife Center
The Library of Congress celebrates the 50th anniversary of its American Folklife Center. From music to art history, the library of Congress celebrates this achievement by highlighting new exhibits and lasting collections.
More can be read in the Library's most recent magazine issue here.
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Announcing New & Continuing TPS Regional Grantees
The Library of Congress is excited to announce the new and returning partners for the TPS Regional Program. The Midwest Region is excited for the opportunity to continue serving 11 states across the Midwest.
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The Midwest Region at NCSS 2026
The Midwest Region will be attending the National Council for the Social Studies Annual Conference this December in Chicago, IL. If you would like to connect with Midwest Region staff or connect with other Midwest Region grantees, visit the TPS Knowledge Exchange poster session on Friday, December 4.
December 4 - 6, 2026 | Conference Information |
Questions? Let us help!
Feel free to ask us questions regarding a potential granting project or opportunities to collaborate with the Midwest Region!