Barnes and Helen Riznik Fellowships
The Barnes and Helen Riznik Fellowships fund humanities research using the American Antiquarian Society’s extensive historical collections.
Funder: American Antiquarian Society
Due Dates (Anticipated): January 2027 (application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: 1–2 month residential fellowships; typical awards cover short-term research visits.
Summary: Supports humanities research using the American Antiquarian Society's collections for scholars at all career stages.
Description
The Barnes and Helen Riznik Fellowships are designed to support research utilizing the collections of the American Antiquarian Society (AAS). These fellowships are open to scholars at all career stages—including doctoral candidates, postdoctoral scholars, faculty, and independent researchers—working in any field within the humanities. The program encourages innovative scholarship that draws upon the Society’s extensive historical resources, including rare books, periodicals, newspapers, and other archival materials.
