Summary
The Margaret F. Williams Memorial Fellowship offers a unique opportunity for two emerging curators of contemporary art—one from Asia and one from the United States—to spend three months at the Asian Art Museum in San Francisco. This fellowship is designed to foster international collaboration and community engagement through curatorial practice.
- 🎨 Fellowship Overview: The Margaret F. Williams Memorial Fellowship 2026 is open for international applicants, offering a fully funded three-month residency at the Asian Art Museum in San Francisco.
- 🌍 Eligibility: Open to emerging curators from Asia, the Pacific Islands, and the United States, including independent artists, curators, and those with experience in digital or community-based exhibitions.
- 🏠 Residency & Stipend: The fellowship covers travel expenses, residency housing, a daily stipend, and a $7,500 research stipend.
- 🖼️ Theme: Focus on “Curatorial Practice Focused on the Community,” encouraging fellows to explore community engagement, cultural practices, and the role of art in fostering connections.
- 💡 Outcome: Fellows will contribute reflections, public events, experimental online projects, and new ideas for museum exhibitions.
- 📅 Application Deadline: March 24, 2026. Apply online for this opportunity.
- 🇺🇸 Program Dates: June 1 to August 31, 2026.
Designation
Margaret F. Williams Memorial Fellowship
Table of Details
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Offered by | Asian Art Museum |
| Duration | 3 Months |
| Scholarship Coverage | Fully Funded |
| Eligible Nationality | All Nationalities |
| Award Country | United States |
| Application Deadline | March 24, 2026 |
Research Area
- Curatorial Practice Focused on the Community
Location
Asian Art Museum, San Francisco, USA
Eligibility/Qualification
- Candidates must be emerging curators from the Pacific Islands, Asia, or the United States.
- Applicants can include curators from institutions, independent artists, or those focused on digital/online exhibitions or community participation.
- Proficiency in English is required.
- Must be able to reside in San Francisco for the duration of the fellowship (June 1–August 31, 2026).
Description
The fellowship is aimed at fostering interactions between curators who specialize in Asian and/or Asian American art. Each fellow will explore how curatorial practices can develop a sense of community through:
- Personal experiences
- Community engagement
- Educative initiatives
Fellows will examine various models of community-centered curating and are expected to produce written reflections, public events, and experimental online projects as well as fresh ideas for upcoming exhibitions.
How to Apply
Applicants must apply online through the fellowship’s official website. Ensure that all necessary documentation is prepared before submission.
Last Date to Apply
March 24, 2026
For more details and application submission, please visit the official link provided by the Asian Art Museum.
