FELLOWSHIP Researcher - Emerging Scholars Fellowship

The Emerging Scholars Fellowship is a new initiative that invites researchers to use Cincinnati Museum Center's (CMC) manuscript collections in the Cincinnati History Library and Archives. Each calendar year, a fellowship in the amount of $2,000 will assist one such researcher in an approved and sanctioned project. The funds may be used at the discretion of the researcher, including for transportation, housing, childcare, photocopies, etc. Recipients will receive $1,000 at the beginning of their fellowship and the remaining $1,000 upon completion of their research.RequirementsWho may apply for the Emerging Scholars Fellowship? Applicants enrolled in and working toward an advanced degree (Masters or PhD) in history, public history, or museum studies at an accredited college or university. Undergraduates are not eligible. Applicants teaching as part-time adjunct professors or instructors. Applicants who identify as independent scholars.To be clear, emerging suggests that applicants are either in training for their future careers or working in a teaching position that does not offer institutional support for research. ApplicationPlease share how you plan to use CMC's collections to uncover stories of our region's history. CMC's manuscript holdings represent a broad geographic and cultural footprint. Help us discover the gems in our collections. CMC encourages a variety of projects, from scholarly articles to podcasts to blogs.In your application, please include the following: Working Title for Your Project Summary of your project, including a topical overview, a list of collections you intend to use in your research, and what you hope to discover. One letter of reference from a guide or mentor. Recent copy of your C.V. (not to exceed 3 pages). How you plan to share your project results with CMC.CMC will review applicants by how well they: Demonstrate a clear plan to use CMC's manuscript collections. Explore new and/or compelling narratives about Cincinnati's regional history. Link to broader national narratives.please apply on website at

Created: 2026-04-15