McKnight Fellowships for Fiber Artists

Due: Dec 5, 2025

McKnight

$25,000

Description

The McKnight Fellowships for Fiber Artists program, funded by the McKnight Arts & Culture Program and administered by Textile Center, aims to recognize and support talented Minnesota fiber and textile artists whose work embodies exceptional artistic and cultural merit. The program seeks to honor artists who have developed a significant body of work over at least eight years, reflecting a sustained investigation and maturation of personal creativity and accomplishment within the field of fiber art. Each year, two fellowships, each...

Award Amount$25,000

Eligible Applicants- Individual

Additional Eligibility Information

Applicants must have Minnesota residency for at least 1 year prior to the application deadline and maintain it through the fellowship. They must have a significant body of work as midcareer artists and meet other specified criteria without being enrolled full-time in an academic program.

Funding TypefellowshipCategories of Funding Activity- Fiber Arts

Grantor Contact InformationTextile Center 3000 University Ave SE Minneapolis, MN 55414, Phone: 612-436-0464Grantor Emailinfo@textilecentermn.orgOther Grantor InformationThe McKnight Foundation is a philanthropic organization that supports innovative research in neuroscience and other fields. It provides funding to early-career scientists pursuing groundbreaking projects that explore the complexities of brain function. The foundation emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration and high-risk research that has the potential to transform our understanding of neurological processes. Its grant programs help nurture emerging talent and foster long-term scientific excellence. By investing in creative and transformative research, it contributes to advancements in both basic science and clinical applications. Ultimately, the McKnight Foundation seeks to drive progress in neuroscience and improve human health.

Additional Information. The McKnight Fellowships provide professional development support and opportunities for artists who have shown significant growth and contribute actively to Minnesotaâ€™s arts ecosystem. This program is part of a larger effort by the McKnight Foundation to support individual artists across diverse disciplines. Additional URLs:

https://textilecentermn.org/mcknight-2024/

https://textilecentermn.org/2024mcknightfiberartfellowships/

https://textilecenter.submittable.com/submit

Supporting Linkhttps://textilecentermn.org/mcknight/