The Newberry, founded in 1887, is a historic cultural institution in Chicago dedicated to facilitating learning and research. It aims to be a portal to human history, from the 15th century to the present, welcoming people from all walks of life to explore topics of interest, discover family history, take classes, and learn something new. The mission emphasizes inclusivity and the support of a wide range of disciplines, including history, genealogy, arts, design, and education.
The grant program is aimed at supporting researchers through long-term fellowships to pursue innovative and ground-breaking projects, specifically the Herzog August Bibliothek Wolfenbüttel Joint Fellowship. This program enables fellows to spend four to nine months researching within the Newberry's extensive collection, fostering an environment for significant scholarly advancements and new interpretations of the past. Additionally, it offers an extra month of support for research at the Herzog August Bibliothek in Wolfenbüttel, Germany, encouraging projects that require resources from both libraries. Benefits include a stipend of 1,800 Euro per month from the Herzog August Bibliothek, plus up to 650 Euro for travel expenses.