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