IFPDA Foundation Curatorial Travel Grant Program

Provides funding for institutionally-based print curators to attend the annual IFPDA Print Fair in New York City.

Event: IFPDA Print Fair

• 2026 Dates: April 9-12, 2026
• Location: Park Avenue Armory, New York City

Geographic Scope: International curators eligible; recipients from museums worldwide have been supported

Focus Areas:

• Attendance at the largest annual convening of international print scholars, collectors, gallerists, artists, and curators
• Unique opportunity for in-person viewing of works spanning 550+ years of printmaking
• Professional development and networking in print field
• Direct access to print dealers and collections

Eligibility:

• Institutionally-based print curators
• Staff from museums with established print collections
• Professionals with responsibility for print acquisitions and collections

Contact:

• P.O. Box 376, New York, NY 10116
• +1 212-674-6095
• [email protected]

Application Process

Steps:

1. Complete online application form
2. Attach CV
3. Provide information about your institution's print collection
4. Describe plans for future acquisitions

Post-Award Requirements:

• Submit documentary proof of travel (plane/train tickets, hotel receipts, etc.)
• Submit brief report within two months following travel

Application Availability: Online application form available on foundation website