Folger Institute

The Folger Institute is an academic center dedicated to the study of early modern literature, history, and culture. Located at the Folger Shakespeare Library in Washington, D.C., it offers fellowships, seminars, and programs for scholars, students, and the public. Its goal is to promote deep scholarship and public engagement with historical texts and ideas, often focusing on the Renaissance and related periods. By fostering collaborative research and educational activities, the Folger Institute helps deepen understanding of the artistic and intellectual achievements of early modern Europe and beyond.