Who can apply to Futures Fellowship?

Open to established and promising scholars with research-based projects reimagining museums, scholarship, and public engagement. RAP particularly seeks to elevate underrepresented constituencies, subjects, and methods in art history. Mid-career and established artists are eligible.

What does Futures Fellowship offer?

Stipend, offices in the Manton Research Center library, apartments, and reimbursement of travel expenses.

When is the application deadline?

The deadline is 15 October 2026.

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Futures Fellowship

Name: Futures Fellowship
Start: 2026-07-30
End: 2026-10-15
Location: Williamstown, MA, United States

Clark Art Institute · Williamstown, MA, United States

Deadline: Oct 15
Award: Stipend, offices in the Manton Research Center library, apartments, and reimbursement of travel expenses.
Entry fee: Free
Eligibility: Open to established and promising scholars with research-based projects reimagining museums, scholarship, and public engagement. RAP particularly seeks to elevate underrepresented constituencies, subjects, and methods in art history. Mid-career and established artists are eligible.
Location: Williamstown, MA, United States

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Art HistoryCriticismElectronic ArtsEnvironmental Arts

About

The Futures Fellowship, offered by the Clark Art Institute's Research and Academic Program (RAP), supports artists with research-based projects that reimagine the possibilities of museums, scholarship, and public engagement. The program awards funded residential fellowships to established and promising scholars, fostering a critical commitment to inquiry in art history and visual culture. RAP aims to elevate underrepresented constituencies, subjects, and methods. Fellows receive a stipend, offices in the Manton Research Center library, apartments, and travel expense reimbursement. Fellowships typically last one semester, with longer and shorter options available.

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Frequently asked questions

Who can apply to Futures Fellowship?: Open to established and promising scholars with research-based projects reimagining museums, scholarship, and public engagement. RAP particularly seeks to elevate underrepresented constituencies, subjects, and methods in art history. Mid-career and established artists are eligible.
What does Futures Fellowship offer?: Stipend, offices in the Manton Research Center library, apartments, and reimbursement of travel expenses.
When is the application deadline?: The deadline is 15 October 2026.
Is there an application fee?: No — applying is free.

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