Ransom Center Offers Funded Fellowships for Archival Research
The Harry Ransom Center announces up to 50 funded fellowships for scholars, artists, and writers to conduct on-site archival research in 2027–2028. Deadline: Nov 6, 2026.
The Harry Ransom Center at the University of Texas at Austin is accepting applications for its 2027–2028 research fellowship program. Up to 50 fellowships will be awarded to support projects requiring substantial on-site use of the center's collections, which span literature, photography, film, art, and cultural history.
Eligible applicants include graduate students, faculty at any career stage, and independent researchers such as journalists and artists. Residencies range from one week to two months, with stipends provided to cover travel and research expenses.
Recent acquisitions now accessible include the Lorne Michaels Collection, Ethel Waters Papers, and Irwin Winkler Papers. These materials offer opportunities for interdisciplinary exploration relevant to art history, cultural heritage, and archival studies.
The application deadline is 5:00 pm CST on November 6, 2026. Details on residency types and qualifications are outlined in the application instructions. This program supports scholarly work that can influence how art and cultural artifacts are preserved and valued.
