Garden History & Design The Douglas Dockery Thomas Fellowship in Garden History and Design
This fellowship funds graduate research advancing American garden history or design, focusing on preservation, innovation, and the evolving role of gardens.
Funder: Garden Club of America
Due Dates (Anticipated): February 2027 (application deadline)
Funding Amounts: $5,000 for one graduate student annually; one-year award.
Summary: Supports graduate research in American garden history or design, emphasizing preservation and innovation.
Key Information: Only one GCA scholarship, fellowship, or award may be applied for annually.
Description
This fellowship supports the study and research of American garden history and design, with a focus on both preserving heritage and exploring the evolving role of gardens in contemporary environments. Established in 2000, the award is intended for graduate-level students pursuing projects that advance knowledge or practice in American garden and landscape history or design. The fellowship encourages a wide range of proposals, including topics such as garden restoration techniques, the impact of community gardens, the healing properties of gardens, and the development of ecologically regenerative garden concepts.
