Research

Residents are expected to publicize results of research through a thesis, dissertation, published article or book, public presentation, website, and/or an article submission to New York Archives magazine (for possible publication).

The application form indicates word limits for various sections. Brevity and clarity are encouraged!

If you are unable to carry out your research, you must refund to the Trust the first payment you received. The Trust also reserves the right to withhold final payment until research at the Archives has been completed.

All awardees will receive a $245 award plus support for eligible  travel-related expenses. Typically, award recipients must submit a start of residency form and the first half payment voucher when they arrive at the New York State Archives to initiate payment. The second half of the award, including the $245 stipend, will be paid upon completion of the research visit, submission of the Resident's Final Report (questionnaire and narrative), and receipt and acceptance of the Final Report.

A residency may begin any time after June 1, 2025, and it must be completed by May 31, 2026.

Applicants will be notified by April 15, 2025, of the Selection Committee's decision.

Potential applicants should contact the New York State Archives Researcher Services staff well in advance of completing the application, to discuss their research topic and the records that they propose to use. Contact any reference archivist at (518) 474-8955; archref@nysed.gov.

Yes, fax and electronic submission of applications are accepted. However, there must be an original signature on the application before submitting it via email. Applications can be emailed to sarahackres@nysed.gov.

Applicants may submit the application by email (preferred) or by US Mail. For more information consult the Application Guidelines and Application Form or contact sarahackres@nysed.gov.

Applicants from a variety of backgrounds are encouraged to apply for Hackman grants. Previous residents have included academic and public historians, graduate students, independent researchers and writers, and primary and secondary school teachers.