Applications Open for Exhibition Publication Grants

The Paul Mellon Centre for Studies in British Art is an internationally recognised research institution dedicated to advancing the understanding of British art, architecture, and visual culture. Through grants, fellowships, publications, and collaborative initiatives, the Centre supports innovative research and promotes public engagement with Britain’s artistic heritage. It works with museums, galleries, universities, and cultural organisations to encourage scholarly excellence and knowledge exchange. By funding research, exhibitions, and publications, the Centre helps preserve, interpret, and share significant contributions to British art history while fostering collaboration between researchers, curators, artists, and cultural institutions worldwide.

The Paul Mellon Centre Exhibition Publication Grants 2026 support organisations producing research-based publications linked to exhibitions and displays focused on British art, visual culture, and architecture. Grants of up to £6,000 are available to cover publication-related expenses such as image permissions, production costs, contributor fees, design services, and translation of original materials. The programme encourages publications that present new scholarship, offer fresh perspectives, and expand public understanding of British art. Both upcoming and completed exhibitions are eligible if the associated publication demonstrates meaningful research value and contributes to the wider field of British art studies.