[American Philosophical Society](https://www.amphilsoc.org)

March 2026 (application deadline, projected)

$3,000 stipend for one month in residence; small additional travel stipend; no housing provided

Supports short-term research on Revolutionary-Era (1750–1820) material culture using collections from the Swan Foundation and APS.

--- ## Description This fellowship provides short-term residential funding for scholars researching Revolutionary-Era material culture (1750–1820), leveraging the artifact collections of the Swan Historical Foundation (Titusville, NJ) and the David Center for the American Revolution at the American Philosophical Society (Philadelphia, PA). Fellows gain access to approximately 1,200 artifacts, as well as extensive manuscript, microfilm, and print collections. The program aims to promote scholarship, increase academic engagement with these collections, and encourage contributions to the understanding of early American history. Fellows are encouraged to share their research with the broader community, including a brief article for the Swan Foundation newsletter. --- ## Due Dates - March 2026 (anticipated application deadline) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Stipend: $3,000 for one month of research in residence. - Additional small stipend to cover travel to the Swan Foundation collection. - No housing provided, but accommodation suggestions are available. - Awards are considered taxable income; consult your tax advisor for reporting obligations. --- ## Eligibility - Open to: - Holders of a Ph.D. or equivalent degree. - Ph.D. candidates who have passed preliminary exams and are working on dissertation research. - Independent scholars with a relevant degree (no current academic affiliation required). - Both U.S. citizens and international applicants. - Preference may be given to applicants residing 75+ miles from Philadelphia. - Research topic must relate to material culture from 1750–1820; does not have to focus solely on Swan Foundation artifacts. - Scholars needing access to other local repositories are encouraged to provide a letter of support from a curator or relevant contact. --- ## Application Process Applicants must submit: - Cover letter - Curriculum vitae - Two-page (double-spaced) research proposal outlining project status and collections to be used - Two confidential letters of reference - (Optional) Letter(s) of support for research at other local repositories Fellows must complete a four-week residency (consecutive weeks) at the APS and/or Swan Foundation between June 1 and May 31 of the following year. Fellows may select their residency dates within this window. --- ## Additional Information - Fellows are expected to contribute an 800–1200 word article for the Swan Foundation newsletter. - The APS is committed to inclusivity, diversity, equality, and access (IDEA), supporting a scholarly environment with broad access to collections. --- ## External Links - [Program page and application instructions](https://www.amphilsoc.org/grants/swan-foundation-short-term-resident-research-fellowships-revolutionary-era-material-culture) - [APS Library and collections](https://www.amphilsoc.org/library) - [Contact APS](https://www.amphilsoc.org/contact) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Details | |------------------------|------------------------------| | Phone | 215-440-3400 | | Contact Form | [APS Contact Page](https://www.amphilsoc.org/contact) | ---

Swan Foundation Short-Term Resident Research Fellowships for Revolutionary-Era Material Culture - American Philosophical Society

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