Researcher / Scholar Residencies in United States

ART14

Patton, Pennsylvania, United States

ART14 Residency, founded in 2023, is an initiative of the L.a. Studio community located in Patton, Pennsylvania. Designed to offer artists a space for concentrated creative work, this residency facilitates a comfortable, collaborative environment. The historic St. Mary's School building, transformed into a studio and living space, features high ceilings and large windows, enhancing the natural light for artistic endeavors. Residency accommodations include private rooms with shared kitchen and bathroom facilities. ART14 provides access to diverse artistic tools and spaces, including a wood shop, stained glass equipment, 3D printers, and a ceramics studio with kiln and throwing wheels. The setting encourages both solitary artistic pursuits and community engagement through workshops and exhibitions. Artists can explore their crafts in a supportive setting while engaging with the local Appalachian community known for its rich history and natural beauty.

Artists in Residence in Everglades (AIRIE)

Miami, Florida, United States

The Artists in Residence in Everglades (AIRIE) program offers a unique opportunity for artists across various disciplines to engage deeply with the Everglades National Park's environment and community. Since its inception in 2001, AIRIE has facilitated over 200 artists, writers, musicians, and other creatives, fostering a rich dialogue between these residents and the park’s ecological and cultural fabric. The program, funded by various foundations and donors, provides a monthly stipend and a supportive residency environment that encourages artists to explore and interpret the Everglades' natural and social landscapes without the pressure of immediate production deadlines.

Hambidge

Rabun Gap, Georgia, United States

The Hambidge Center, nestled on 600 acres in the North Georgia mountains, stands as the oldest residency program in the Southeast, committed to supporting the creative process across a wide array of disciplines. It welcomes visual artists, writers, dancers, musicians, ceramicists, chefs, scientists, and arts administrators, offering two-week to eight-week self-directed residencies. Each resident is provided with a private studio and living space, complemented by communal vegetarian meals four nights a week. This environment fosters solitude and interaction among a small group of residents, encouraging both deep work and meaningful exchange. Financial aid and Distinguished Fellowships are available to support artists during their stay. The Center’s setting offers a connection with nature, featuring trails, waterfalls, and a rich biodiversity that can inspire and rejuvenate any creative endeavor. Facilities include specialized equipment for various practices, such as the Antinori Pottery Studio and a Steinway grand piano, ensuring that artists have the resources they need. Accessibility is considered, with ADA-compliant studios available, though the natural, unpaved terrain may limit mobility for some.

Harry Ransom Center

Austin, Texas, United States

The Harry Ransom Center Fellowship at the University of Texas at Austin offers international research opportunities for scholars and independent researchers. The program provides 50 research fellowships for projects that require substantial on-site use of its collections in fields such as literature, photography, film, performing arts, music, and cultural history. Open to graduate students, academics, and independent researchers, including artists and journalists, the fellowship supports a wide variety of projects including scholarly works, dissertations, and creative works. Fellowships range from one week to two months, with stipends for travel and living expenses, plus additional funding for international applicants. The program fosters an inclusive research environment, encouraging applications from scholars across diverse backgrounds. The Ransom Center’s extensive and unique collections offer an invaluable resource for interdisciplinary research in the humanities.

Hypatia-in-the-Woods

Shelton, Washington, United States

Hypatia-in-the-Woods is a retreat center located in Shelton, Washington, offering residencies to women in the arts, academia, and entrepreneurship. Nestled in the Pacific Northwest forest, the center provides a quiet and serene environment for women to focus on their creative work. The primary residence, Holly House, offers accommodations and workspaces for up to one month. The retreat aims to foster solitude and creative focus, allowing women to dive deep into their projects. Applications are accepted quarterly for residencies of one to three weeks, and residents are encouraged to engage with the local community through public readings or exhibitions. The retreat does not provide public transportation, so residents are required to have a vehicle during their stay.

Nicholson Project

Washington, DC, United States

The Nicholson Project, located in Washington, D.C., is an organization deeply committed to the role of art and design in community enhancement. Through its Artist Residency Program, it provides essential support, space, and resources for artists to engage in their studio practice and initiate onsite projects. The program is open to a wide array of creative professionals including visual artists, designers, dancers, poets, writers, chefs, gardeners, architects, engineers, and scientists, prioritizing BIPOC artists and those with ties to Southeast Washington, D.C. Residents receive a 10-week residency, a $5,000 stipend, private studio and living space, professional development opportunities, and up to $2,000 for project development. The Nicholson Project also emphasizes community engagement through open studios, artist talks, and optional Residency Projects focused on community activation. The residency application process is managed via Slideroom with a modest application fee, aiming to support, amplify, and engage artists and the local community through a multifaceted approach to artistic and community development.

Oak Spring Garden Foundation

Upperville, Virginia, United States

The Oak Spring Garden Foundation (OSGF) offers a unique residency experience located in Upperville, Virginia, nestled between the towns of Middleburg and Marshall. The foundation is dedicated to perpetuating the gifts of Rachel "Bunny" Lambert Mellon, including her extensive gardens, estate, and the Oak Spring Garden Library. The OSGF focuses on interdisciplinary residencies that bring together artists, conservation practitioners, researchers, and scholars who are connected through their creative and investigative practices concerning plants, gardens, landscapes, and related environmental themes. Established in 2021, the residency program supports individuals engaged in a variety of disciplines including the arts, conservation, humanities, and plant and ecological sciences. Residents are provided with fully furnished accommodations and have access to studios, a significant library collection, communal meals, and various natural and cultivated landscapes on the 700-acre property. The program aims to foster a collaborative environment among residents while also providing opportunities for solitude and focused work. Key components of the residency include initial orientations to the resources available at OSGF, involvement in community meals prepared by an on-site chef, and optional involvement in activities that enhance their experiential learning and connection to the site.

Pine Meadow Ranch Center for Arts & Agriculture (PMRCAA)

Sisters, Oregon, United States

Pine Meadow Ranch Center for Arts & Agriculture (PMRCAA) in Sisters, Oregon, offers residencies for artists, ecological scientists, and scholars to explore connections between nature, land conservation, historic preservation, agriculture, and community building. Established by the Roundhouse Foundation in 2017, PMRCAA hosts two to four-week residencies from mid-March to mid-November, providing studio space and private rooms. The program fosters interdisciplinary collaboration and community engagement, requiring residents to contribute to the ranch or local community through workshops or talks. The residency focuses on sustainable practices and integrates arts and sciences with traditional crafts and skills. PMRCAA emphasizes a retreat experience that balances independent work with social interaction among residents.

PLAYA

Summer Lake, Oregan, United States

Located in the striking landscape of the Great Basin in south-central Oregon, PLAYA offers a unique residency experience dedicated to fostering the intersection of art and science. Established in 2009 by Julie Bryant and Bill Roach, PLAYA has served as a crucible for artists and scientists to explore, create, and collaborate. The residency program is designed to support innovative work that promotes dialogue and positive change in the environment through a deep engagement with the natural and communal resources of the high desert. PLAYA provides a variety of fully equipped living and working spaces including private cabins, studios, and a central Commons area that encourages communal interactions and creative exchange. The isolated setting offers an uninterrupted space for residents to immerse themselves in their projects, with the expansive vistas and the dynamic landscape acting as a catalyst for creative output. The program welcomes a diverse group of international and domestic applicants from all disciplines of the arts and sciences, who are over 18 years of age and interested in projects that align with PLAYA’s mission of environmental and social progress. Throughout its 10-year history, PLAYA has been a bedrock for over hundreds of residents, promoting not only innovation but also the synthesis of artistic and scientific inquiry. Residents at PLAYA enjoy the solitude and the communal spirit equally, accessing workshops, themed weekends, and special events that complement their individual projects. Whether it’s through the stark beauty of the desert landscape or the supportive community, PLAYA continues to be a place where the boundaries of traditional residency programs are expanded, making it a significant site for artists and scientists aiming to explore new frontiers in their work.

PRAx

Corvallis, Oregon, United States

The Patricia Valian Reser Center for the Creative Arts (PRAx) at Oregon State University is a hub for interdisciplinary collaboration across arts, humanities, and sciences. It facilitates a range of residencies and fellowships designed to support creatives, scientists, and scholars working at the intersections of their fields. The center offers various programs, from short-term retreats to long-term engagements, and focuses on enhancing the research and creative processes of its residents through supportive and generative experiences.

Sharpe-Walentas Studio Program

Brooklyn, New York, United States

The Sharpe-Walentas Studio Program awards rent-free, non-living studio space to 17 visual artists for year-long residencies in DUMBO, Brooklyn. Selected annually based on merit from a competitive pool of applicants by a professional jury, the program is open to professional visual artists 21 years or older who live in the US, as well as US citizens or permanent residents living abroad. The studios feature high ceilings, elevator access, and communal spaces including a kitchen, slop sinks, restrooms, and a sitting area with wi-fi. Artists have 24/7 access to their studios and are expected to spend at least 20 hours per week in the studio, participate in the spring open studios event, and maintain all communal spaces. The residency does not provide housing or financial stipends, and applicants must not be enrolled in any degree program or maintain a separate studio during their residency.

Skidmore College

Saratoga Springs, New York, United States

The Work + Space Residency is hosted by the Department of Art at Skidmore College in Saratoga Springs, New York, offering an immersive experience for emerging artists. Designed to foster artistic creation, exhibition, and student engagement, the residency provides a dedicated studio, lodging, meals, and a stipend. Artists in residence present their work in a solo exhibition at the Schick Gallery, typically scheduled at the end of their stay. The program emphasizes diversity and inclusion, welcoming applicants with recent MFAs, non-traditional backgrounds, or underrepresented identities. Residents are encouraged to contribute to the academic community through workshops, lectures, or student studio visits. Access to specialized tools and facilities is available upon approval and is project-dependent. The residency prioritizes contemporary practices across all visual and interdisciplinary art fields. Through this short-term but intensive format, Skidmore College aims to integrate professional artists into its liberal arts environment for mutual inspiration and growth.

Stochastic Labs

Berkeley, California, United States

Stochastic Labs offers fully sponsored residencies for exceptional engineers, artists, scientists, and entrepreneurs from around the world. Residencies vary in length and include a private apartment, co-working or dedicated workspace, and access to a shop with advanced tools like a laser cutter and 3D printer. Residents participate in a vibrant creative community, with weekly dinners and invitation-only events. Applications are open to individuals and teams, and applicants can request funding for travel and other expenses. The residency selection is highly competitive, focusing on applicants who demonstrate a significant potential to contribute to their fields.

Willapa Bay AiR

Oysterville, Washington, United States

Willapa Bay AiR, located on the lush, coastal region of southwest Washington state, offers a sanctuary for artists across various disciplines. Established in March 2014, the residency is set on a sprawling 20-acre land, designed specifically to provide both solitude and a sense of community among its residents. This nurturing environment is crafted through architecturally thoughtful buildings that reflect the residency’s ethos of fostering creative endeavors. The residency program is open to emerging and established artists, including filmmakers, writers, playwrights, scholars, singer/songwriters, and musical composers. It offers month-long, self-directed residencies that run annually from April 1 through October 28. During their stay, residents are provided with lodging, meals, and designated workspaces at no cost, enabling them to fully immerse in their creative projects without the burden of financial stress. Applications are carefully reviewed by selection committees, which are composed of working artists and professionals within the applicants’ respective artistic fields. This thorough review process ensures that invitations to the residency are extended based on the merit of past work and the potential for future creative evolution, which the unique environment of Willapa Bay AiR is poised to stimulate. Willapa Bay AiR not only prides itself on its supportive creative community but also its commitment to accessibility for artists from around the globe, reinforcing its status as a coveted destination for artistic development.

Willowtail Springs Nature Preserve and Education Center

Mancos, Colorado, United States

Willowtail Springs Nature Preserve and Education Center offers a unique residency experience that integrates the arts and nature within the serene environment of the Four Corners region. The residency program provides full, partial, and self-funded opportunities for artists, writers, musicians, filmmakers, and natural scientists from around the world. Willowtail’s creatively designed cabins and expansive natural surroundings provide a tranquil setting for residents to focus on their work, free from distractions. The program includes one- and two-week residencies throughout the year, requiring residents to contribute to the local community through a “give-back” initiative, such as workshops, presentations, or exhibitions. With facilities that support a wide range of creative disciplines, Willowtail encourages both individual and collaborative projects, making it an ideal retreat for creative exploration and environmental study.