The Robert and Charlotte Baron Fellowship by the American Antiquarian Society supports artists and writers creating imaginative works rooted in pre-20th-century American history and culture.
Funder: American Antiquarian Society
Due Dates (Anticipated): October 2026 (Application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: $2,400 stipend for a four-week residency; typically two fellowships awarded annually
Summary: Supports artists and writers developing imaginative works inspired by pre-20th-century American history, literature, and culture, with a residency at the American Antiquarian Society.
The Robert and Charlotte Baron Fellowship, administered by the American Antiquarian Society, is designed for creative and performing artists, writers, filmmakers, journalists, and others who wish to produce imaginative works engaging with pre-twentieth-century American history, literature, or culture. The fellowship provides a four-week residential research experience at the Society in Worcester, Massachusetts, granting recipients access to extensive historical collections to inform and inspire their projects. The program encourages innovative interpretation and creative output for general audiences, rather than academic or educational use.