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Nonprofit organizations, public agencies, and government subdivisions in Nebraska apply to hire a trained teaching artist to lead sequential arts workshops at senior centers, assisted living facilities, libraries, and organizations serving older adults.
A residency to compose, perform, and record a suite of Freedom Songs with the Chapel Choir of Syracuse University, creating cross-cultural experiences exploring world religions and movements for human dignity.
deadline unknown, verify at source·fee unknown·Atlanta, GA
Prospective residents and host theatres apply jointly to place an aspiring artistic or managing director in residence at a Bay Area theatre for a 12-16 week mentored residency leading a significant project.
annual cycle, check dates·fee unknown·Bay Area, CA
Two choreographers are sought to develop new dance work from conception to performance, with support including stipends, 350 hours of rehearsal space, a retreat, performance space, and professional development over a 10-month residency from September 2025 through June 2026.
photography
annual cycle, check dates·free·Boston Center For The Arts, MA
Visual, literary, and performing artists are invited to apply for a residency to develop new work exploring the history of health care, which will be presented in an exhibition, performance, or public program at the end of the residency.
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annual cycle, check dates·fee unknown·Mobile Medical Museum, AL
Artists are invited to participate in temporary residencies in vacant or underutilized commercial spaces in the RiNo Art District, creating and exhibiting work while activating the neighborhood.
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rolling, apply anytime·fee unknown·RiNo Art District, CO
ResidencyFree industrial materials, use of equipment, technical support, photographic services, housing, round-trip transportation, and a weekly honorarium
Artists are invited to apply for a three-month residency to create works using Kohler Co.'s industrial materials, equipment, and technical expertise in pottery and foundry.
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annual cycle, check dates·free·John Michael Kohler Arts Center, WI
Solo exhibition featuring printmaking, ceramics, and cosmological imagery that explores fire as an agent of transformation, combining sacred and contemporary imagery to question possible futures.
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deadline unknown, verify at source·fee unknown·MOCA GA, GA
Organizations may apply for Project Support grants to help fund specific arts programs with a strong emphasis on engaging audiences and participants of all ages.
Artists are invited to propose year-long residencies that engage with Sea Island communities, Penn Center's archives, or other collections, with outcomes presented as readings, exhibitions, performances, or installations.
Visual and performing artists apply for rent-free studio residencies with mentorship and community presentation opportunities in the San Diego–Baja region.
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rolling, apply anytime·free·Arts District Liberty Station, CA
Apply for a monthly work-only studio residency at BCA's Artist Studios Building in Boston's South End, which provides affordable studio space and professional development opportunities.
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annual cycle, check dates·fee unknown·BCA's Artist Studios Building, MA
A site-specific installation exploring how architecture can hold space for gathering, exchange, and collective life through the concept of engawa, the Japanese architectural threshold mediating between interior and exterior, private and public.
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deadline unknown, verify at source·free·Sculpture & Architecture Park, NY
Participate in place-based research residencies embedded in courses that connect students with community experts and Gullah Geechee culture and history.
Join a four-week self-directed ceramic residency with access to throwing and handbuilding spaces, kilns, demonstrations, and one-on-one consultations with faculty.
ceramics
annual cycle, check dates·$250·Alfred University, NY
Apply for funds to support the cost of materials, supplies, and resources for creating new work; professional development or learning opportunities; or marketing and promotional expenses.
portrait
annual cycle, check dates·fee unknown·Franklin County, OH
Artpace invites internationally-recognized guest curators to select resident artists; unsolicited applications are not considered, except Texas-based artists may submit to an annual online open call.
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rolling, apply anytime·free·Artpace San Antonio, TX
Apply for an annual $10,000 unrestricted cash award for exceptional generative performing artists creating original, innovative work in dance, theater, music, performance, spoken word, or interdisciplinary forms in the Kansas City region.
Submit a grant application for funding to create, expand, or continue engaging arts, cultural, and science educational programs for King County K-12 public school students.
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annual cycle, check dates·fee unknown·King County, WA