The Robert Rauschenberg Foundation Archives Research Residency is an opportunity for researchers and scholars interested in visiting the Rauschenberg Foundation and its Archives in New York City. The eligible travel period for this round runs 4 April - 13 December 2024.
The Robert Rauschenberg Foundation Archives, consisting of Robert Rauschenberg’s personal papers and the records from his Florida and New York studios, is the most comprehensive body of information on the artist’s life and career. The Archives Research Residency supports continued scholarly and investigative use of these materials by supporting individuals that demonstrate a compelling need to use the archives and addressing financial barriers that may prohibit onsite access to the archives. In addition, the application is open to all individuals, thereby encouraging research opportunities that move beyond traditional art historical discourse.
Projects can range from traditional to innovative:
- Exhibitions and publications.
- Globalism and internationalism.
- Inspiration for personal art practice.
- Artistic collaboration and multi-disciplinary practices.
- Underrepresented topics and audiences.
The Archives Research Residency will provide partial support for research costs ranging from $4,000 - $7,000 depending on travel distance and residency length. Residents should plan to spend four days to three weeks onsite and costs must be related to the time spent at the foundation. Funds are provided as a stipend and a budget is not required.
Stipend Amounts:
- NYC and vicinity (within 150 miles): $4000.
- North America, including Canada and Mexico, and Western Europe: $5000.
- Other International: $6000.
Supplement:
- Up to two weeks: n/a.
- Third week: additional $1000.
As the residency does not include housing, stipends are typically used to cover accommodations as well as airfare, local transit, and other travel-related overhead.
