Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center

 MLK Winter Residency:  artists are invited to submit a community arts project proposal inspired by the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., his life, his vision, his work. The project coincides with our annual MLK Days program in January, and may run through February.  The project may result in a short or long term installation to be exhibited in the sculpture garden or one of the galleries.  Artist must be willing to engage with visitors, including group tours and/or field trip groups. Residency length: 3 days to 2 weeks; deadline to apply: November 1.

Spring Residency: artists are invited to submit a proposal for a public art project OR a community art project that can be completed within 2-4 weeks between March-May. The project may result in a short or long term installation to be exhibited in the sculpture garden or one of the galleries.  Artist must be willing to engage with visitors, including group tours and/or field trip groups.  Residency length: 2 to 4 weeks; deadline to apply:  January 31.

Summer Residency: artists are invited to submit a proposal for community art project that will engage visitors of all ages. Artists will be expected to actively engage the public in an exciting and compelling project. Preference will be given to projects that use some or all recycled or repurposed materials. Artist is expected to work at least 24 hours a week directly with visitors. This residency typically runs June-August.  Residency length: 2 to 3 months; deadline to apply: April 15.

Eligibility

Professional and emerging visual artists, musicians, and literary artists may apply.  Selection is made by an internal panel and/or by a peer review panel.  Annmarie Garden accommodates only one artist at a time.

Application Seasons and Deadlines: 

MLK Winter Residency: November 1

Spring Residency:  January 31

Summer Residency: April 15