The Schomburg Center's Junior Scholars Program
Forecasted
The Schomburg Center's Junior Scholars Program by the New York Public Library offers a year-long, research-focused experience in Black history and culture for youth in grades 6–12.
Funder: New York Public Library
Due Dates (Anticipated): August 2027 (Full application deadline for the Junior Scholars Program, projected)
Funding Amounts: Tuition-free; no stipend or monetary award; program covers all educational activities.
Summary: Year-long, free Saturday program for youth in grades 6–12 to explore Black history and culture through research, lectures, and creative projects at the Schomburg Center.
Key Information: Forecasted cycle; dates and application process may change—check the program page for updates.
Description
The Schomburg Center's Junior Scholars Program, offered by the New York Public Library, is an immersive, tuition-free Saturday initiative for youth in grades 6 through 12. The program focuses on fostering historical literacy and creative expression rooted in African-American history and culture. Participants attend college-style lectures, engage in group discussions, and complete project-based learning assignments inspired by the Schomburg Center’s extensive archives and resources. Each year, 100 students collaborate on original research, writing, visual arts, and multimedia projects, culminating in an annual Youth Summit. The curriculum is dynamic, changing annually to reflect current exhibitions, archival materials, and contemporary events.
