Houghton Library Visiting Fellowship Program 2027-2028

Houghton Library is Harvard’s principal repository for rare books and manuscripts, literary and performing arts archives, and more. The Visiting Fellowship Program offers scholars at all stages of their careers funding to pursue projects that require in-depth research on the Library’s holdings. The application deadline for 2027-2028 fellowships is January 15, 2027. Applicants are strongly encouraged to save applications in progress; do not submit your application until it is complete. Applicants are required to provide the following:

• a project proposal
• a preliminary list of Houghton Library collection materials that will likely be consulted, including both the HOLLIS catalog call numbers and their permalinks
• a curriculum vitae
• one letter of reference

Please note: The specific fellowship best suited to an applicant's research will be determined by the Selection  Committee. Fellowship recipients will be notified by April 2, 2027.