The Rubin Museum introduced an annual grant initiative in 2024 aimed at supporting artists, creatives, and scholars dedicated to enhancing global understanding and appreciation of Himalayan art and its vibrant traditions. Over the last two years, the museum has funded 32 diverse projects worldwide, with grant amounts varying from $3,000 to $25,000, tailored to the proposal’s scope, impact, and requirements.
The Rubin x Research grants focus on empowering scholars to expand research in Himalayan art, fostering increased documentation and awareness of this significant field. Concurrently, the Rubin x Art Projects grants aim to assist artists and creatives in highlighting the Himalayan region’s rich cultural heritage and traditions, demonstrating their contemporary relevance and inspirational potential.
Supported projects have included a conservation training initiative in Mongolia, documentation of historic artworks in central Bhutan and Nepal, and research on the provenance of artifacts from a Tibetan Buddhist temple in Darjeeling, India. Other funded endeavors comprise educational resources for teaching Tibetan visual art, a video installation exploring interdependence in northern India, and various exhibitions and multimedia projects.
Those interested in applying for the 2026 grant cycle must submit a letter of inquiry between February 16 and March 6, 2026. More information and application details can be found at rubinmuseum.org/grants.
