Stephen Botein Fellowship
The Stephen Botein Fellowship from the American Antiquarian Society supports research on the history of the book and print culture in American society.
Funder: American Antiquarian Society
Due Dates (Anticipated): January 2027 (projected)
Funding Amounts: 1–2 month residential fellowship; typical stipend $2,000 per month.
Summary: Supports research on the history of the book in American culture, fostering scholarship in print culture.
Description
The Stephen Botein Fellowship, administered by the American Antiquarian Society, is designed to support scholars conducting research on the history of the book in American culture. This fellowship encourages innovative projects that explore the impact of books and print culture on American society, honoring the legacy of historian Stephen Botein. Recipients undertake 1–2 month residential research stays at the Society’s library in Worcester, Massachusetts, gaining access to its extensive collections of early American printed materials.
