Swan Foundation Short-Term Resident Research Fellowships for Revolutionary-Era Material Culture
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A one-month residency for scholars to study Revolutionary-Era (1750–1820) material culture using major collections in the Greater Philadelphia region, hosted by the Swan Historical Foundation and APS.
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Funder: American Philosophical Society
Due Dates (Anticipated): March 2027 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: $3,000 stipend for one month in-residence, plus a small additional stipend for travel to the Swan Foundation; no housing provided.
Summary: Supports a one-month research residency for scholars studying Revolutionary-Era material culture (1750–1820) using collections in the Greater Philadelphia region.
Description
This fellowship provides a one-month, in-residence research opportunity focused on Revolutionary-Era material culture (1750–1820). Hosted by the Swan Historical Foundation and the American Philosophical Society (APS), the fellowship enables scholars to access extensive artifact, manuscript, microfilm, and print collections in the Greater Philadelphia region, including the prominent collections at the APS and Swan Historical Foundation. The goal is to foster new scholarship on the material culture and history of the American Revolution, encourage inclusivity and diverse perspectives, and broaden access to historical resources. Fellows are expected to contribute a short article (800–1200 words) to the Swan Historical Foundation newsletter on a relevant topic.
