Olivia James Traveling Fellowship
The Olivia James Traveling Fellowship funds travel-based research in archaeology, art, and history in the Mediterranean and Near East, excluding field excavation.
Funder: Archaeological Institute of America
Due Dates: November 1, 2026 (Full application, references, and transcripts due)
Funding Amounts: Up to $26,000 for travel and study between July 1 of the award year and June 30 of the following year
Summary: Supports extended travel and study in Greece, Cyprus, the Aegean Islands, Sicily, southern Italy, Asia Minor, or Mesopotamia for research in archaeology, art, and history (excluding field excavation).
Key Information: Not intended for field excavation; applicants must be U.S. citizens and current AIA Graduate or Professional members.
Description
The Olivia James Traveling Fellowship, administered by the Archaeological Institute of America (AIA), is designed to support travel and scholarly study in specific regions of the Mediterranean and Near East. The fellowship aims to foster in-depth research and analysis related to archaeology, art, and history, with a focus on projects that require extended residence or travel in Greece, Cyprus, the Aegean Islands, Sicily, southern Italy, Asia Minor, or Mesopotamia. The fellowship specifically excludes support for field excavation projects, instead prioritizing research, study, and analysis of material culture and historical sources. Funds may not be used for institutional overhead or indirect costs.
