National Museum of the American Latino Postdoctoral Fellowship
This fellowship funds postdoctoral research at Smithsonian museums focused on U.S. Latino history, art, and culture, utilizing Smithsonian collections to advance scholarship on the Latino experience.
Funder: Smithsonian Institution
Due Dates (Anticipated): October 2026 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: $57,000/year for 12 months (postdoctoral), plus up to $5,000 research allowance; prorated for shorter terms
Summary: Supports postdoctoral research on U.S. Latino collections at Smithsonian museums, advancing scholarship in Latino history, art, and culture.
Description
The National Museum of the American Latino Postdoctoral Fellowship provides emerging scholars with the opportunity to conduct independent research for publication at Smithsonian museums and centers, with a focus on U.S. Latino collections. The fellowship is intended to foster scholarly engagement with Latino history, art, and culture, utilizing Smithsonian resources and collections to advance understanding of the Latino experience in the United States. Fellows will work closely with Smithsonian scholars and have access to extensive collections, archives, and subject experts.
