Stephen Botein Fellowship
The Stephen Botein Fellowship funds research on the history of the book in American culture using the American Antiquarian Society's collections.
Funder: American Antiquarian Society
Due Dates (Anticipated): January 2027 (Stephen Botein Fellowship, projected)
Funding Amounts: Stipend of $2,200 per month for 1–2 months; total award typically $2,200–$4,400
Summary: Supports research on the history of the book in American culture using the resources of the American Antiquarian Society.
Description
The Stephen Botein Fellowship provides short-term funding to support research projects focused on the history of the book in American culture. Established in honor of historian Stephen Botein, the fellowship is designed to foster new scholarship on how books have influenced and reflected American society, culture, and intellectual life. Fellows are expected to conduct their research using the unique resources of the American Antiquarian Society (AAS) in Worcester, Massachusetts.
Projects may address topics such as the production, distribution, and reception of books in the United States. The fellowship aims to encourage innovative scholarly inquiry and to advance understanding of the role of print culture in American history.
