Judith McCulloh Fellowship
The Judith McCulloh Fellowship funds research on folk-based musical culture in the Americas to deepen understanding of its traditions and significance within American music.
Funder: Society for American Music
Due Dates: October 15, 2026 (Application deadline, annual)
Funding Amounts: Up to $1,000 for research-related expenses; one-year duration.
Summary: Supports research on folk-based musical culture in the Americas by members of the Society for American Music.
Key Information: Applicants must be SAM members in good standing; past recipients of certain SAM fellowships are ineligible.
Description
The Judith McCulloh Fellowship, offered by the Society for American Music (SAM), is an annual award supporting research projects focused on folk-based musical culture within the context of American music. The fellowship honors the legacy of Judith McCulloh, a renowned scholar, folklorist, and advocate for folk arts. It is designed to encourage scholarly work that explores the traditions, practices, and significance of folk music in the Americas, fostering a deeper understanding of its impact on American musical heritage.
Recipients may use the award to cover expenses such as travel, lodging, duplication, or fieldwork associated with research at archives, research centers (such as the Folklife Center at the Library of Congress), or other relevant sites.
