Craig Hugh Smyth Fellowship
The Craig Hugh Smyth Fellowship supports curators and conservators conducting advanced Italian Renaissance research at Villa I Tatti in Florence.
Funder: Villa I Tatti The Harvard University Center for Italian Renaissance Studie
Due Dates: November 16, 2026 (Full application) | November 21, 2026 (Letters of recommendation)
Funding Amounts: $5,200/month for 4 or 6 months; up to $1,800 for relocation; housing support provided.
Summary: Supports curators and conservators in advanced Italian Renaissance research at Villa I Tatti through a short-term, residential fellowship in Florence.
Key Information: Fellows must reside in Florence and spend at least three days/week at the center; fellowship cannot be deferred or held concurrently with other awards.
Description
The Craig Hugh Smyth Fellowship is a short-term, residential fellowship at Villa I Tatti (Harvard University Center for Italian Renaissance Studies) in Florence, Italy. It is designed for curators and conservators working for educational or cultural institutions who are engaged in advanced research on any aspect of the Italian Renaissance. The fellowship offers focused time, access to outstanding scholarly resources, and integration into a vibrant academic community through conferences, lectures, and concerts. Fellows benefit from the use of the Biblioteca Berenson and are expected to participate actively in the intellectual life of the center.
