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

January 2026 (Full application)

$37,000 per fellowship; typically 6 awarded annually; 9–12 months duration

Supports post-graduate, supervised internships to advance the skills and experience of emerging art conservators.

Applications must be submitted by host museums/conservation facilities, not individuals.

--- ## Description The fellowship program is designed to foster the professional development of emerging conservators through post-graduate internships in advanced conservation. Recognizing the interdisciplinary nature of conservation and technical art history, the program offers hands-on, supervised training in the conservation of paintings, objects, textiles, antiquities, photographs, prints, books, manuscripts, furniture, and more. Fellowships are hosted at museums or conservation facilities in the United States and provide the practical experience necessary for new conservators to advance their careers. --- ## Due Dates - Anticipated application deadline: January 2026 *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Each fellowship provides $37,000, allocated entirely as a stipend for the fellow. - Approximately six fellowships are awarded each year. - Fellowship duration is typically 9–12 months. - Payroll taxes may be withheld, but no indirect costs, benefits, travel, or administrative expenses may be charged to the grant. --- ## Eligibility - **Applicant:** Applications must be submitted by the museum or conservation facility intending to host the fellowship. - **Fellow:** Candidates must have completed a master's-level degree in conservation prior to the start of the fellowship. - The fellowship candidate may be identified by the host institution before applying or recruited after the award. - Only nonprofit organizations registered with the U.S. IRS are eligible to receive funding; international institutions must partner with a U.S. nonprofit as a fiscal sponsor. - Each institution may nominate only one candidate per fellowship, unless a paired fellowship is expressly conceived. --- ## Application Process - The program is administered by the Foundation for Advancement in Conservation (FAIC). - Applications are submitted through the FAIC's online portal. Detailed instructions are available on the [FAIC website](https://www.culturalheritage.org/resources/funding/professional-development/kress-conservation-fellowship-details). - The process typically includes: - Submission of a complete application by the host institution. - Description of the proposed conservation project, training plan, and candidate qualifications. - Required supporting documents, such as detailed project budgets and proof of nonprofit status. - Notification of award typically occurs four to six weeks after the application deadline. --- ## Additional Information - The full fellowship amount must be allocated as a stipend to the fellow; institutions may supplement the stipend but cannot use grant funds for indirect or administrative costs. - A final or interim report is required from the host institution in the September following the fellowship term. - The program is highly competitive. Institutions are encouraged to ensure their proposed projects and training plans align closely with the program’s goals. - For answers to common questions, see the [Fellowship FAQs](https://www.kressfoundation.org/About/Frequently-Asked-Questions). --- ## External Links - [Official Program Page](https://www.kressfoundation.org/Programs/Fellowships/Conservation-Fellowships) - [FAIC Application Portal & Guidelines](https://www.culturalheritage.org/resources/funding/professional-development/kress-conservation-fellowship-details) - [Kress Foundation Grantmaking Portal](https://kressfoundation.fluxx.io/) - [Fellowship FAQs](https://www.kressfoundation.org/About/Frequently-Asked-Questions) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Details | |------------------|------------------------------------------------------| | Kress Foundation | [https://www.kressfoundation.org](https://www.kressfoundation.org) | | Phone | 212-861-4993 | | FAIC | [https://www.culturalheritage.org](https://www.culturalheritage.org) | For questions about conserving works from the Kress Collection, contact Shan Kuang, Associate Conservator, Conservation Center of the Institute of Fine Arts, NYU: [shan.kuang@nyu.edu](mailto:shan.kuang@nyu.edu?subject=Kress%20Collection%20Conservation%20Inquiry)

Kress Conservation Fellowships - Kress Foundation

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