Funded Artist Residency in the USA 2027 with a US$5,000 Grant and Free Accommodation
Applicant criteria
- NationalityNo specific nationality required
- AgeNo specific age required
- GenderBoth
Opportunity criteria
- Opportunity FieldMusic, Art and Graphic Design
- Job locationUnited States
- Deadline2026-12-11
Opportunity description
The Adirondack Experience (ADKX) museum in New York State, USA, is accepting applications for its Artist-in-Residence Program 2027, a funded artist residency opportunity for artists and creatives from around the world, including applicants from Arab countries.
The program aims to provide artists with a creative environment where they can develop their work and draw inspiration from the nature, history, and cultural heritage of the Adirondack region, while also engaging directly with museum visitors and participating in artistic and educational activities.
The museum will select four artists for separate one-month residencies taking place in June, July, August, and September 2027. Each selected artist will receive financial support, free accommodation, and the opportunity to develop an artistic project at the museum.
Applications opened on September 28, 2026, and will remain open until December 11, 2026.
Benefits
A US$5,000 grant for each artist during the residency period.
A US$500 travel allowance to help cover transportation costs.
Free accommodation throughout the one-month residency.
A budget of up to US$250 for materials needed for interactive artistic activities.
The possibility of receiving additional compensation for delivering workshops and participating in selected events.
Access to the museum’s collections and resources to support the development of artistic projects.
The opportunity to develop a personal artistic project in a distinctive creative and cultural environment.
Gain international experience and expand professional and artistic networks.
Participate in cultural and artistic exchange and engage with museum visitors and the local community.
Eligibility criteria
Applications are open to artists of all nationalities, including applicants from Arab countries.
Applicants must work in an artistic field related to the visual arts.
Have a body of previous artistic work to include in a portfolio.
Submit a clear proposal describing the artistic project they plan to develop during the residency.
Explain the connection between their artistic practice and the Adirondack region, or how its nature and history may inspire their creative work.
Be comfortable creating art in front of the public and interacting with museum visitors.
Be available for a one-month residency during one of the designated periods.
Be responsible for obtaining a U.S. visa, if required.
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