2010 Resident Scholar Programs

Johann Müller Regiomontanus, Epytoma Ioannis de Monte Regio in Almagestum Ptolemei, 31 Aug. 1496

The Smithsonian Institution Libraries awards stipends of $3,500/month up to six months for scholars doing research in its special collections. Historians, librarians, doctoral students, and postdoctoral fellows are all welcome to apply. The Libraries’ catalog is available. Scholars are expected to be in residence at the Smithsonian Libraries during their research within the award period, January to December 2010. The application deadline is May 15, 2009.

Scholars wanting to do research primarily in the history of science and technology in the Dibner Library can apply for the Dibner Library Resident Program. Scholars interested in working in the Libraries’ other special collections should consider the Baird Society Resident Scholar Program.

Download the application forms or email or mail a request for more information to Smithsonian Institution Libraries,  Resident Scholar Programs, PO Box 37012 NMAH 1041 MRC 672 Washington, DC 20013-7012

The BairdSociety Resident Scholar Program is supported by the Spencer Baird Society.
The Dibner Library Resident Scholar Program is supported by The Dibner Fund.

—Liz O'Brien