The George Gurney Fellowship funds a six-month research appointment in American sculpture in honor of SAAM's late curator emeritus of sculpture. Residencies should take place June-December 2025 or January-August 2026. Applicants who are conducting research with Indigenous communities should describe the current state of consultation or collaboration with Indigenous artists and estates, knowledge holders, and communities relevant to the work, and demonstrate how the research is accountable to these rights holders. A letter of support from a tribal community member, knowledge holder, artist, or artist's estate will strengthen a proposal and may be submitted as an additional reference letter. Applications will be evaluated on the originality and quality of the proposed research project; the applicant's academic standing, scholarly qualifications, and experience; the project's contribution to a more equitable and inclusive history of American art; and the extent to which the Smithsonian, through its research staff and resources, can contribute to the stated research goals. In the Research Proposal, please be sure to provide and address the following: a description of the research, including the methodology to be utilized; the importance of the work, both in relation to the broader discipline and to your own scholarly goals; justification for conducting the research at the Smithsonian and utilization of research facilities and resources; permissions to utilize non-SI collections or facilities or Smithsonian collections and facilities not associated with your advisor(s), if applicable; and identification of the member of the Smithsonian's research staff who might serve as your principal advisor or host. Also identify potential co-advisor(s) and/or consultant(s), if applicable. Applicants must also submit the names and email addresses of two persons familiar with their work as References. Please visit the fellowship's website or contact the Smithsonian American Art Museum and Renwick Gallery for more information.