The RSA-Kress New York Public Library Grant
This grant funds a one-month art history research residency at the New York Public Library, offering Renaissance scholars access to rare and significant special collections.
Funder: New York Public Library
Due Dates (Anticipated): November 2026 (Full application submission deadline)
Funding Amounts: $3,000 (North America) or $4,000 (international) for a one-month residency
Summary: Supports a one-month Art History research residency at the New York Public Library for Renaissance Society of America members, providing access to rare collections.
Key Information: Applicants must be RSA members; dates are projected and subject to confirmation.
Description
The RSA-Kress New York Public Library Grant offers a unique opportunity for members of the Renaissance Society of America (RSA) to undertake a one-month Art History research residency at the New York Public Library (NYPL) in New York City. Residents gain privileged access to NYPL’s renowned special collections, including the Spencer Collection, Manuscript and Archives Division, and Rare Book Division. These collections feature rare and significant items such as the 1481 copperplate edition of Dante’s Divina Commedia, Albrecht Dürer’s woodcut albums, and British nobility account books, providing exceptional resources for Renaissance scholars.
