Visiting Senior Fellowships
Visiting Senior Fellowships from the Center for Advanced Study in the Visual Arts support two months of in-residence research on innovative topics in the history and theory of the visual arts.
Funder: Center for Advanced Study in the Visual Arts
Due Dates (Anticipated): August 2026 (Period A) | October 2026 (Period B) | March 2027 (Period C, Full Application)
Funding Amounts: Paul Mellon/Beinecke: $7,000–$8,000; Leonard A. Lauder: up to $12,500; 2-month in-residence appointment; up to 7 fellowships awarded per cycle.
Summary: Supports two months of in-residence research in the visual arts at the Center, providing access to extensive resources and a vibrant scholarly community.
Key Information: All due dates are projected; confirm with the program page for the latest updates.
Description
The Visiting Senior Fellowships offered by the Center for Advanced Study in the Visual Arts (CASVA) at the National Gallery of Art provide scholars with the opportunity to conduct two months of full-time, in-residence research. Fellows benefit from an office in the Gallery’s East Building, access to the Gallery’s renowned library and art collections, and the broader cultural resources of Washington, DC. The program supports advanced research in the history, theory, and criticism of the visual arts, welcoming interdisciplinary and innovative approaches. Special consideration is given to proposals that address understudied areas, especially for the Leonard A. Lauder Visiting Senior Fellowship.
