Elevate Your Art Research: Apply for the Clark Art Institute Fellowships 2026–2027
Fellowship Types
The Clark Art Institute offers various fellowship types to accommodate different research needs:
- Beinecke Fellowship: Designated for a senior scholar, lasting from 8 weeks to a full academic year, funded by Frederick W. Beinecke.
- Caribbean Art and Its Diasporas Fellowship: Supports art historians, artists, and writers studying contemporary visual and critical practices in the Caribbean and its diaspora.
- Clark Fellowships: Open to scholars in all fields of visual arts, material culture, and art history, with varying residency periods.
- Clark/Oakley Humanities Fellowship: Awarded in collaboration with the Oakley Center for Humanities and Social Sciences at Williams College, for humanities scholars with an interdisciplinary approach to visual studies.
- Class of ’74 Short-Term Fellowship: Honoring the first graduating class of the Graduate Program in the History of Art, for short-term residencies.
- Every Page Foundation Fellowship: Supports projects that promote a feminist perspective and gender equity in art history.
- Futures Fellowship: Designated for artists with research projects that reimagine the role of museums, scholarship, and public engagement, particularly those connected to social justice.
- Florence Gould Foundation Fellowship: For one semester, awarded annually to a scholar or curator, with priority given to projects on French art or applicants from France.
- Michael Ann Holly Fellowship: For one semester or more, with priority given to critical or historical projects in visual studies.
- Jacqueline Lichtenstein CFHA–Clark Fellowship: A 5-week summer fellowship for a scholar or curator from France or its territories, including housing, office space, and a $5,000 stipend.
Residency Details & Benefits
Fellows will receive:
- Financial stipend: Varying based on length of residency.
- Private apartment: In the Visiting Fellows’ House adjacent to the Institute.
- Private office: In the Clark Art Institute library.
- Round-trip travel cost coverage: For international fellows.
- Access: To libraries, art collections, and athletic facilities at Williams College.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must:
- Hold a PhD or demonstrate equivalent professional experience.
- Be artists, critics, curators — independent or affiliated with institutions.
- Note: Fellowships do not fund doctoral research or the conversion of a dissertation into a book.
Why Choose the Clark Art Institute?
The Clark Art Institute offers a dynamic and supportive research environment, with access to one of the most distinguished research libraries in the country. Located in the picturesque Berkshires of Massachusetts, the Institute provides a serene setting conducive to scholarly work. As a fellow, you will have the opportunity to engage with a vibrant community of scholars and contribute to the advancement of art history and visual culture.
Take the Next Step in Your Academic Journey
Don't miss the opportunity to join a prestigious community of scholars at the Clark Art Institute. Apply for the 2026–2027 fellowships and embark on a path that could shape the future of your research and career. For more information and to apply, visit the official application portal.
How to Apply
Applications are accepted only through the online portal. Required documents include:
- Online application form.
- Curriculum vitae (CV).
- Short abstract (500 characters).
- Project description (750 words).
- Project timeline (250 words).
All documents must be submitted in English. Ensure that your application is submitted by the deadline: October 15, 2025, at 11:59 PM Eastern Time. Applicants will be notified of results by the end of March 2026.