Herbert Warren Mason Fellowship
The Herbert Warren Mason Fellowship funds creative scholarly or artistic retellings of ancient and medieval Near Eastern and Mediterranean myths, supporting projects that bridge ancient narratives with contemporary expression.
Funder: American Society of Overseas Research
Due Dates (Anticipated): June 2027 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: $5,000 per award; awarded biennially; funds may support travel, research materials, or artistic production
Summary: Supports creative retellings of ancient and medieval Near Eastern and Mediterranean myths and legends through scholarly, literary, and artistic projects.
Key Information: Applicants must be ASOR members or affiliated with an ASOR institutional member.
Description
The Herbert Warren Mason Fellowship is a biennial award supporting projects that creatively retell ancient and medieval myths and legends from the Near East and wider Mediterranean. Established in memory of Herbert W. Mason—a noted scholar, translator, poet, and writer—the fellowship encourages proposals that reflect Mason’s legacy of bridging ancient narratives with contemporary expression. Projects may include scholarly research, literary works, or artistic interpretations, and must make these timeless stories accessible to modern audiences. The fellowship is open to scholars, writers, poets, and artists worldwide.
