Artist Residency Program

Application Closed

Beginning in September 2024, the Eli Whitney Museum & Workshop is launching a new two-year artist-in-residence program.

This residency is intended for an emerging to mid-career artist who desires a place to explore and experiment.

We are looking for a passionate artist or artisan who is excited about education and becoming an active part of EWMW community.

EWMW will provide:

A studio space with an adjacent storage space and bathroom with heating and water utilities included

Space Dimensions: Studio Space of 32.24' x 14.63', Bathroom of 8.59' x 5.58', and Alcove of 11.42' x 6.87'

Shop support

Facilities maintenance

Promotional support: marketing for the annual Open Studios event and other programs

The artist will provide:

Promotional images of artwork and professional headshot for marketing

Yearly Open Studio exhibition in the Eli Whitney Barn

One week of summer camp for youth

Donations to the museum's annual fundraiser, the Leonardo Challenge

A fall and spring adult workshop for ages 16+

Electrical Utilities

Applicants will be reviewed by three paid community members. Howard el-Yasin, Jessica Smolinski, and Gar Waterman

Application available June 15, 2024
~~Apply by July 13, 2024, 11:59 pm ET~~
Application Deadline Extended until July 28, 2024 11:59 pm ET
Notifications will be sent by September 1, 2024

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