Margaret F. Williams Memorial Fellowship in Asian Art 2026 in the USA

Margaret F. Williams Memorial Fellowship in Asian Art

This fellowship is for young curators who want to learn and work in Asian art. You can stay in San Francisco at the Asian Art Museum. You will meet other curators, learn about museums, and work on new ideas for art shows. This fellowship is very good for people who want to grow in their art career. You will also learn how to work with communities and make art that is for everyone. The program helps you travel, live, and study with support. You can use your own ideas and get advice from experts. This is a short but important chance to see new art, learn, and share your work with others.

Fellowship Details

• Host Country: United States
• Host University: Asian Art Museum, San Francisco
• Fellowship Name: Margaret F. Williams Memorial Fellowship in Asian Art
• Level: Bachelor, Master, PhD (all levels accepted)
• Gender: Any
• English Requirement: Yes
• Application Deadline: March 24, 2026
• Fellowship Type: Fully Funded, Short-Term Research Fellowship

Included Levels and Duration

• Bachelor: 3 months
• Master: 3 months
• PhD: 3 months

Eligible Fields

• Bachelor: Art, History, Museum Studies
• Master: Asian Art, Curatorial Studies, Contemporary Art
• PhD: Art History, Museum Studies, Cultural Studies

Fellowship Benefits

• Travel to and from San Francisco
• Housing and daily allowance for 3 months
• $7,500 for self-designed study tour
• Work with museum experts
• Networking and learning opportunities

Not Included

• Personal expenses
• Extra travel outside the study tour
• Family or guest costs

Who Can Apply

• Young curators from Asia or the United States
• People with interest in community-centered art
• Professionals with experience in museums or cultural work

Who Cannot Apply

• People without interest in art or curation
• People who cannot commit to 3 months in San Francisco

Required Documents

• Resume / CV
• Personal statement
• Recommendation letters
• Portfolio of work (if available)

How to Succeed

• Show your interest in Asian art
• Explain how you work with communities
• Provide clear and simple documents
• Follow instructions carefully

Cost of Living in San Francisco

How to Apply

• Go to the official website
• Fill the online application form
• Upload all required documents
• Submit before the deadline

FAQ

• What is the fellowship duration?
  3 months in summer.
• Can I apply if I am from outside Asia or USA?
  No, only Asia or USA applicants.
• Do I get money for travel?
  Yes, round-trip travel is covered.
• Is English required?
  Yes, all documents and work in English.
• Can I bring family?
  No, fellowship covers only the fellow.

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For more information, visit the official website of Margaret F. Williams Memorial Fellowship in Asian ART

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