School for Advanced Research in Santa Fe, New Mexico

The School for Advanced Research (SAR), located in the vibrant city of Santa Fe, New Mexico, stands as a beacon of creative thought and innovative work in the social sciences, humanities, and Native American arts. Since its establishment in 1907, SAR has been at the forefront of advancing knowledge and understanding through its various programs. Home to the prestigious Indian Arts Research Center, SAR is a leader in community-advised Indigenous arts engagement and collections management. Our mission is to facilitate intellectual inquiry and human understanding through diverse scholar residencies, seminars, and artist fellowship programs. At SAR, scholars and artists alike find a nurturing environment where creative and critical thinking converge, fostering groundbreaking work that resonates globally. We invite you to explore our public programs, publications, and groundbreaking research initiatives that continue to shape the dialogue in arts and social sciences.