Leonard A. Lauder Research Center for Modern Art Fellowships
The Leonard A. Lauder Fellowships at The Met support independent scholarly research on global modern art (late 19th century–1960s), with mentoring, collaboration, and access to museum resources.
Funder: Metropolitan Museum of Art
Due Dates (Anticipated): October 2026 (Leonard A. Lauder Fellowships, projected)
Funding Amounts: $30,000–$70,000 stipend depending on fellowship type; $6,000 travel stipend; additional health insurance support; 1–2 year duration
Summary: Fellowships support independent research in modern art at The Met, offering scholars mentoring, collaborative opportunities, and engagement with the museum’s resources.
Key Information: All dates are anticipated/projected; check the program page for updates.
Description
The Leonard A. Lauder Research Center for Modern Art Fellowships at the Metropolitan Museum of Art provide scholars with the opportunity to conduct focused, independent research on modern art, engaging in a vibrant intellectual community. Fellows participate in collaborative workshops, public programs, and the Modern Art Index Project, while benefiting from mentorship and scholarly exchange. Research projects must focus on modern art—including architecture, design, film, painting, performance, photography, prints, and sculpture—from the late nineteenth century through the 1960s, from any country or culture.
