Who can apply to MacDowell Open Call for Applications: Spring Summer 2027?

Artists are eligible to apply to MacDowell if they are generating original works of art, are at least 21 years of age and are not currently enrolled in a degree program (with the exception of ABD students).

When is the application deadline?

The deadline is 10 September 2026.

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MacDowell Open Call for Applications: Spring Summer 2027

Name: MacDowell Open Call for Applications: Spring Summer 2027
Start: 2026-06-01
End: 2026-09-10
Location: Peterborough, New Hampshire, USA

MacDowell · Peterborough, New Hampshire, USA

Deadline: Sep 10
Award: Private housing, studio, and three prepared meals per day. No residency fee. Financial aid is available based on demonstrated need, including stipends and direct travel/materials reimbursement.
Entry fee: Free
Eligibility: Artists are eligible to apply to MacDowell if they are generating original works of art, are at least 21 years of age and are not currently enrolled in a degree program (with the exception of ABD students).
Location: Peterborough, New Hampshire, USA

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MacDowell, a renowned artist residency program in Peterborough, New Hampshire, offers a serene environment for creative work. The residency provides private housing, a studio, and three prepared meals daily for a duration of 2–8 weeks. There are no residency fees, and financial aid is available for those with demonstrated need, covering stipends and travel/materials reimbursement. Applicants must be at least 21 years old, not currently enrolled in a degree program (except ABD students), and actively creating original works of art. Applications require general information, a project proposal with work samples, and five artistic achievements.

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Who can apply to MacDowell Open Call for Applications: Spring Summer 2027?: Artists are eligible to apply to MacDowell if they are generating original works of art, are at least 21 years of age and are not currently enrolled in a degree program (with the exception of ABD students).
What does MacDowell Open Call for Applications: Spring Summer 2027 offer?: Private housing, studio, and three prepared meals per day. No residency fee. Financial aid is available based on demonstrated need, including stipends and direct travel/materials reimbursement.
When is the application deadline?: The deadline is 10 September 2026.
Is there an application fee?: No — applying is free.

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