This fellowship supports in-residence research on stereoscopic photography and photographic history using the Library of Congress’s extensive photographic collections.
Funder: Library of Congress
Due Dates (Anticipated): March 2027 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $6,000; typically supports 1–3 weeks of research, covering travel, accommodations, and research expenses.
Summary: Supports research on stereoscopic photography using the Library of Congress’s extensive photographic and historical collections.
This fellowship supports scholars conducting research within the Library of Congress’s Prints & Photographs holdings, specifically related to stereoscopic photography or the broader field of photographic history as connected to the Library’s collections. The award, made possible by the National Stereoscopic Association, enables researchers to access over 15 million photographs, rare publications, manuscripts, historic newspapers, and subscription databases. Fellows are expected to use the Library’s collections, be in residence at the Library during their award period, and share research outcomes through publication, lectures, or presentations.