Funder: Paul Mellon Centre for Studies in British Art
Due Dates: November 30, 2026 (Opens) | January 18, 2027 (Applications close) | January 28, 2027 (References due) | April 16, 2027 (Decisions by)
Funding Amounts: £35,000 for one year or £70,000 over two years, plus £500 annually for networking
Summary: Supports major early-career research projects that reframe British art, challenge received histories, and broaden perspectives in the field.
Key Information: Recipients cannot hold another paid award or fellowship concurrently.
Description
The Paul Mellon Centre’s New Narratives: Early Career Fellowship supports individuals undertaking major, in-depth research projects that reshape understanding of British art. Part of the Centre’s New Narratives funding opportunities, it seeks to increase the diversity of perspectives among researchers and students and encourage work that challenges received histories.
The fellowship prioritises academically rigorous, original research with a lasting contribution to British art scholarship. It also values projects that include previously underrepresented voices, reach broader audiences, or investigate geographical and cultural contexts not previously supported by the Centre. Alongside research funding, recipients can engage with the Centre’s intellectual life and receive dedicated support for meetings that foster mentorship, advice, and research collaboration.
