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Prizes & Fellowships

Supporting new historical research through funded scholarships and awards

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Woest Fellowships

Fostering new scholarship on Louisiana and Gulf South history through funded research residencies, offered annually.

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Research

Fertel Graduate Student Travel Award

Awarded annually, this followship provides support to graduate-level students seeking to conduct research at HNOC’s Williams Research Center.

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Research

Williams Prize

Awarded annually by HNOC and the Louisiana Historical Association, the Kemper and Leila Williams Prize in Louisiana History highlights excellence in research and writing on Louisiana history.

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Internships

HNOC offers a variety of paid opportunities for undergraduate and postgraduate students interested in museum studies and archival research.

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Explore activities and programs for kids of all ages.

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