Digitizing Deadheads: Grateful Dead Grants
Rock On, Taxpayer Dollars
In a move that delighted Deadheads everywhere, the Institute of Museum and Library Services gave the University of California, Santa Cruz, over $600,000 to digitize Grateful Dead memorabilia. Yes, your tax dollars helped preserve tie-dyed history for future generations to enjoy online!
Truckin’ Through Tax Funds
The grant aimed to make thousands of items, from concert tickets to t-shirts, accessible to the public. It might sound strange, but for fans and scholars, this digital archive is a treasure trove. Now, everyone can appreciate the cultural impact of this iconic band without leaving their couch. Rock on, digital age!
