Researcher / Scholar Residencies in Denmark

Christiania Researcher in Residence

Copenhagen, Denmark

The Christiania Researcher in Residence (CRIR) program, based in Copenhagen's Freetown Christiania, has hosted artists and academic researchers since with a focus on studying Christiania as a unique field. It provides residency opportunities to foster open, critical, and reflective dialogue about the autonomous free town. Residencies have included housing in dedicated spaces like the CRIR house in Mælkebøtten.

Earthwise

Mols, Denmark

Earthwise Residency, located in the Mols Bjerge National Park, Denmark, offers interdisciplinary residencies that focus on exploring the relationship between humans and the more-than-human world. The residency invites artist-researcher pairs to collaborate on projects that delve into multispecies relations, ecological interdependencies, and environmental sustainability. Earthwise promotes interdisciplinary approaches, blending arts, humanities, and sciences to address the climate crisis and reimagine how humans coexist with other species. Participants are encouraged to engage deeply with the land, the local community, and each other, fostering a space for both creative and academic exploration. Residents are provided with accommodation, studio space, access to a library, and opportunities to share their work through public events and workshops. Earthwise Residency is committed to sustainable practices and supports slow living, encouraging residents to adopt environmentally conscious behaviors during their stay. The program offers a stipend and is open to artist-researcher pairs who align with its values of environmental care and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Villa Gress

Stege, Denmark

Villa Gress is a professional work retreat and writing residency in Stege, Denmark, offering peaceful accommodations in four historic houses with 17 rooms and 23 beds for individuals and groups seeking concentration and inspiration. Founded in by Pia Thanning and located in the scenic park of Marienborg Gods, it has hosted over 4,000 guests including writers, researchers, and artists. Stays are flexible, bookable via email or phone, just 5 minutes' drive from Copenhagen.