This fellowship supports early-career research on Native American history and culture through a nine-month residency at the American Philosophical Society in Philadelphia.
Funder: American Philosophical Society
Due Dates: January 15, 2026
Funding Amounts: $50,000 stipend for a nine-month residency; additional funds for research and relocation
Summary: Supports early-career scholars advancing research on Native American history and culture, with residency at the APS Library in Philadelphia.
The Mellon Foundation Native American Scholars Initiative (NASI) Postdoctoral Fellowship at the American Philosophical Society (APS) is designed to support early-career scholars whose work advances understanding of Native American history and culture. Fellows are encouraged to engage with the APS's extensive Indigenous collections, participate in scholarly networks, and contribute to new approaches in Native American and Indigenous Studies. The program includes a nine-month residency in Philadelphia, offering opportunities for research, collaboration, and community engagement.