The Mellon Humanities Postdoctoral Fellows work with a team of National Park Service staff and advisors to gather evidence and develop new understandings of the past. Working with archival sources, physical objects, cultural artifacts, oral histories, and other forms of community knowledge, Fellows will create resources to expand our understanding of our nation’s special places and the people whose stories live within them.
In anticipation of the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, the Fellows’ work explores the many groups and communities who have contributed to the development of a more perfect union. Research will center on groups who have not been fully represented in our national parks and park programs, furthering NPS’ commitment to Telling All Americans’ Stories.
Featured Projects
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Voices of Guåhan Oral History TourHear stories about the Battle of Guam from the CHamoru and soldiers who lived through it.
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Punk at DC Area National ParksRead about punk, the National Park Service, and the federal government.
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2024 National Historic Landmarks NewsTake a tour of the National Historic Landmarks nominated or updated in 2024.
Webinars and Events
View some of the virtual and in-person programming Mellon Fellows have organized with their host site teams.
Digital Storytelling
A list of digital storytelling projects developed by Mellon Humanities Postdoctoral Fellows including podcasts, maps, and other projects.
Articles
A collection of written scholarship by Mellon Fellows based on their research.
Learn About the Program
Explore the goals and mission of the Mellon Humanities Postdoctoral Fellowship Program
Last updated: December 19, 2024