Immerse yourself in art. Take the time and focus you need to advance your art. Visual artists apply for one month residencies in all media and diverse artistic points of view from traditional to experimental.
![]() ![]() NPS About the ProgramThe Artist-in-Residence Program selects ten artists a year to live and work in the park. One of over 50 programs throughout the National Park Service, the residency at Weir Farm National Historic Site offers artists an opportunity to live and work in a national park, and to be inspired to create. Visual artists apply for one month residencies in all media, representing diverse artistic points of view from traditional to experimental. To ApplyVisit the Weir Farm Art Alliance website at www.weirfarmartalliance.org to learn more about the current artist, view work from past artists, exlpore more details about the residency program and apply to be an Artist-in-Residence. Please Note: Weir Farm Art Alliance will not be accepting applications in 2020 for the 2021 program year, as the Artist-in-Residence program is temporarily suspended. For more information, please contact the Weir Farm Art Aliance directly.
Art Programs Throughout the National Park Service![]() Artist-in-Residence Programs in the National Park Service Weir Farm National Historic Site and Saint-Gaudens National Historic Site initiated a project to better understand the current status and opportunities of National Park Service Artist-in-Residence programs. Both parks are dedicated to visual artists with active Artist-in-Residence programs. Interested in working in national parks across the country? The National Park Service maintains a nationwide listing of Artist-in-Residence programs. ![]() Arts Afire: Creative Engagement through the Arts Arts programs engage visitors in exciting new ways. Arts Afire: Creative Engagement through the Arts, supported by Weir Farm National Historic Site, profiles five national parks who've developed arts programs for the modern day park visitor. The publication also includes practical suggestions for getting started and resource links.
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Last updated: October 3, 2020