[Samuel H. Kress Foundation](https://www.kressfoundation.org)

January 22, 2026 (Annual full application deadline) | January 22, 2025 (Previous deadline)

$37,000 per fellowship for 9–12 months; funds must be used as stipend only.

Supports post-graduate fellowships for emerging conservators to gain advanced, supervised hands-on experience at museums or conservation facilities.

--- ## Description The Kress Conservation Fellowships are designed to advance the professional development of emerging conservators by providing post-graduate opportunities for hands-on training and specialized experience at museums and conservation facilities. The program bridges science and art, supporting fellows as they develop advanced skills in the conservation of paintings, objects, textiles, antiquities, photographs, books, furniture, and more. Host institutions receive competitive grants to sponsor supervised internships, enabling fellows to gain the confidence and expertise needed for a successful conservation career. --- ## Due Dates - January 22, 2026: Annual full application deadline - January 22, 2025: Previous deadline --- ## Funding Amount - Each fellowship provides a stipend of $37,000 for a 9–12 month term. - The full fellowship amount must be allocated as a stipend for the fellow. - Payroll taxes may be withheld, but no additional benefits, travel, educational reimbursement, or indirect/administrative costs may be charged to the grant. --- ## Eligibility - **Host Institutions:** Applications must be submitted by museums or conservation facilities intending to host a fellow. - **Fellowship Candidates:** Must have completed a master's-level degree in conservation before the fellowship begins. - The candidate can be pre-identified or recruited after the institution applies. - There are no stated restrictions on the number of applications per institution per year, but all awards are competitive. --- ## Application Process - Applications must be submitted by the host institution, not by the individual candidate. - The Kress Conservation Fellowships are administered by the Foundation for Advancement in Conservation (FAIC). - Submit applications through the [FAIC online portal](https://www.culturalheritage.org/resources/funding/faic-kress-conservation-fellowship). - Review detailed application guidelines and FAQs on the [FAIC website](https://www.culturalheritage.org/resources/funding/faic-kress-conservation-fellowship) and [Kress Foundation FAQ](http://kressfoundation.org/About/Frequently-Asked-Questions). - Awarded fellowships typically begin in late summer or early fall. - A report from the host institution is due in September of the year following the award. --- ## Additional Information - Fellowship funds are strictly for stipends; institutions must cover any additional costs. - Fellowships emphasize advanced, supervised, practical training across a wide range of conservation specializations. - The Kress Foundation also supports other conservation fellowships—see [Fellowship Partners](https://www.kressfoundation.org/Programs/Additional-Fellowship-Opportunities) for more opportunities. --- ## External Links - [Kress Conservation Fellowships - Program Page](https://www.kressfoundation.org/Programs/Fellowships/Conservation-Fellowships) - [FAIC Kress Conservation Fellowship Application Portal](https://www.culturalheritage.org/resources/funding/faic-kress-conservation-fellowship) - [Kress Foundation Fellowship FAQs](http://kressfoundation.org/About/Frequently-Asked-Questions) - [Additional Fellowship Opportunities](https://www.kressfoundation.org/Programs/Additional-Fellowship-Opportunities) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Details | |------------------------|------------------------------------------| | Samuel H. Kress Foundation | 174 E 80th St, New York City, NY 10075-0439, United States | | Phone | 212-861-4993 | | FAIC (Fellowship Admin) | [FAIC Contact Page](https://www.culturalheritage.org/about-us/contact-us) |

Conservation Fellowships - Samuel H. Kress Foundation

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