2027 Sankofa Art Residency Open Call

Overview

The 2027 Sankofa Art Residency Open Call is for USA-based residency cohorts, accepting applications from artists globally. These cohorts continue the Westbrook Legacy Foundation's commitment to accessible, trauma-informed creative development for artists at every stage of their journey.

Disciplines

• Architecture
• Book Art
• Ceramics
• and 34 other disciplines (all media)

Key Dates

• Apply by: April 3, 2027

Cohort Offerings (2027)

• January 6 - February 14 (end ceremony February 13-14 Denver, CO)
• February 9 - March 14 (end ceremony March 13-14 Waddy, KY)
• June 17 - July 18 (end ceremony July 17-18 Indio, CA)
• June 29 - August 1 (end ceremony July 31-Aug 1 Fort McDowell, Arizona)
• July 13 - August 15 (end ceremony August 14-15 Kissimmee, FL)
• July 13 - August 15 (end ceremony August 14-15 Wheat Ridge, CO)
• October 6 - November 14 (end ceremony November 13-14 Atlanta, GA)

Application Process

All selected finalists must complete a brief interview. Applications for international cohorts (locations in Africa) open in November.

Fees

• Free application

More Information

Follow Westbrook Legacy Foundation on Instagram @WLF.LTD and @WLF.SAR or check out their website westbrooklegacyfoundation.org/sankofa.