Seeking Applicants for 2012 Artist-in-Residence Program

Sitka National Historical Park is accepting applications now through March 1, 2012, for its summer 2012 Artist-in-Residence Program. For more than a century, the park has fostered the preservation and perpetuation of Southeast Alaska Native arts. The Artist-in-Residence program builds upon that tradition by offering park visitors and the community an opportunity to see Alaska Native heritage through the eyes of contributing artists.

Sitka National Historical Park will host two visiting artists skilled in traditional Southeast Alaska Native arts. Each residency will last two months, the first beginning in May and the second in July. The selected artists will work alongside long-term resident artists Tommy Joseph and Charlie Skultka.

The selected artists will work in the park's studio a minimum of 32 hours per week and will be required to present two 45-minute public presentations. Housing during the residency will be provided at no cost and a one-time, taxable award of $750.00 will be offered to each selected artist.

A panel of professional artists, park staff, and park partners will judge the applicant pool. Selections are made on the basis of a written statement of purpose for residency and samples of artistic work.    

Interested artists may obtain more information and download an application below or by calling (907) 747-0132, or by e-mail. If requesting an application by mail, applicants should provide a complete postal mailing address. Detailed instructions are on the entry form. Applications must be postmarked by March 1, 2012.

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The Tlingit, Russians, Americans and others found prosperity in Sitka. The dynamic blending of these cultures shaped the history of the country. Learn more about this little known chapter of American history and the modern day legacy.