Fellowship in American Art
The Smithsonian American Art Museum's Fellowship in American Art supports innovative research on American art, craft, and visual culture using the museum's collections and scholarly resources.
Funder: Smithsonian American Art Museum
Due Dates: October 15, 2026: Smithsonian Institution Fellowship Program (SIFP) | October 15, 2026: Betsy James Wyeth Fellowship in Native American Art | February 1, 2027: Audrey Flack Short-Term Fellowship
Funding Amounts: SIFP: $45,000/year (predoc), $57,000/year (postdoc/senior), $10,000 (10-week grad) + up to $5,000 research/travel; Wyeth: $53,000 + $5,000 research, relocation, and health allowances; Flack: $5,000 + $100–$1,000 travel.
Summary: Residential fellowships at SAAM support innovative research in American art, craft, and visual culture using Smithsonian collections and resources.
Key Information: Multiple fellowship types/levels; separate applications for Wyeth and Flack fellowships; all programs are highly competitive and require a SAAM advisor.
Description
The Smithsonian American Art Museum (SAAM) offers a suite of prestigious, residential fellowships for scholars pursuing advanced research in American art, craft, and visual culture. These fellowships provide access to SAAM’s extensive collections, archives, and scholarly community in Washington, D.C., and are designed to support a range of career stages—from graduate students to senior researchers. The program encourages innovative approaches, interdisciplinary projects, and proposals that broaden perspectives on American art. Fellows benefit from individualized mentorship, professional development activities, and opportunities to engage with the museum’s vibrant intellectual community.
