The Samuel H. Kress Foundation invites grant applications for projects that illuminate European works of art
Program Description
The History of Art grant program supports scholarly projects that will enhance the appreciation and understanding of European art and architecture. Grants are awarded to projects that create and disseminate specialized knowledge, including archival projects, development and dissemination of scholarly databases, documentation projects, museum exhibitions and publications, photographic campaigns, scholarly catalogues and publications, and technical and scientifi c studies.
Grants are also awarded for activities that permit art historians to share their expertise through international exchanges, professional meetings, conferences, symposia, consultations, the presenation of research, and other professional events.
Eligibility
Grants are awarded to non-profit institutions with 501(c)3 status based in the United States, including supporting foundations of European institutions.
These are competitive grants. Please see “Past Grants” and “Annual Reports” for past awards and typical levels of funding.
Application Material
- Cover letter with contact information to which correspondence can be directed
- Three to fi ve page description of project
- Illustrations, if applicable (color photocopies are acceptable)
- Curriculum vitae of the project’s primary participant(s)
- A detailed budget
- IRS determination letter of 501(c)3 status for the organization that would receive and administer the grant
- Self-addressed, stamped postcard
- In addition to submitting the printed materials, applicants must include a CD containing a complete set of the application materials. The materials on the CD must be presented as a single PDF document.
How to Apply
Send your hardcopy to:
Samuel H. Kress Foundation
174 East 80th Street
New York, NY 10075
Telephone: 212.861.4993
Fax: 212.628.3146
Email: info@kressfoundation.org
All inquiries - grant, fellowship, or Kress Collection related - should be sent toinfo@kressfoundation.org..
Application Deadlines: January 15, April 1, October 1
This opportunity has expired. It was originally published here:
http://www.kressfoundation.org/grants/history_of_art/