RFAs: Marlène and Paolo Fresco Fellowship in African Studies

Donor Name: Harvard University Center for Italian Renaissance Studies

Reference URL:https://itatti.harvard.edu/marlene-paolo-fresco-fellowship-african-studies

The Marlène and Paolo Fresco Fellowship Program is inviting six-month residential fellowship in Florence for post-doctoral scholars researching cultural exchanges between Africa and the Mediterranean world from c. 1250-1750.

The fellowship aims to deepen understanding of the historical, artistic, and intellectual connections between Africa and Italy, particularly during the early modern period from the 14th through the 17th centuries. Preference is given to research projects that address the relationship between Africa and Italy, with eligible fields including art history, archaeology, expressive cultures, musicology, economic history, intellectual, political, and religious history, as well as literature and languages.

The fellowship is designed for post-doctoral scholars who have a solid background in African history and its global exchanges in the early modern world. The grant provides USD 5,200 per month for six months, along with a one-time supplement of up to USD 1,800 for relocation expenses. When possible, an apartment is provided rent free (utilities not included), or a housing subsidy is offered to help offset rental costs. Fellows also enjoy access to the Biblioteca Berenson and other resources at Villa I Tatti.

The fellowship runs for six months (January–June 2028) and is residential, requiring fellows to live in the Florence area and spend at least three days a week at the Center. Fellows are expected to work exclusively on their proposed research project and may not take on other obligations, including teaching positions, during the fellowship period. Applicants must hold a PhD at the time of application, be fluent in English, Italian, or French, and have not previously held appointments at I Tatti (except as Graduate Fellows).

For more information, visit I Tatti.

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