Academic Resources

Below are several resources designed to help with academic research on the early Americas. They include information on fellowships and travel grants, information about prominent research institutes, and other advice that may be helpful for any scholar.

Research Centers

A list of centers and institutes with a research focus on early America.

Fellowships

A list of fellowships and research grants that may be of interest to early Americanists.

Conferences and Seminars

Lists of conferences and seminars with a focus on early American history.

Fellowship Writing Advice

Fellowships are a great way to fund your research, but they are very competitive. Here are ways to strengthen your proposal.

Finding Published Sources

There is no shortage of early American sources in print. We offer advice on how to find them either online or at your library.

Conducting Archival Research

Researching archives is difficult, especially for new scholars. Here are some tips to get you started.