NPS About the ProgramWeir Farm’s Artist-in-Residence (AIR) Program is envisioned to be an outstanding National Park Service residency program that reflects the values and character of Weir Farm National Historical Park by continuing the creative conversations started by the Weir Family through the work of contemporary artists. The AIR Program is considered a critical resource in a Park with such deep roots in the history and ongoing pursuit of contemporary American art. Through this program, Weir Farm fosters contemporary artistic expression on site. Weir Farm’s AIR Program prioritizes experimental, new, and thought-provoking approaches to examining and interpreting our world through the medium of contemporary visual art practice. The AIR Program keeps Weir’s experimental tendencies alive through the residencies of today, allowing the Park to share new ideas broadly with artists, communities, and park visitors. Visual artists apply for residencies in all media and artistic points of view from traditional to experimental. Artists are chosen through an annual call for applicants followed by a competitive jury process. The Weir Farm AIR Program hosts 6 compelling established or emerging visual artists per year to spend one month living and working at the Park. Nationwide, more than 50 National Park Service sites host artist residency programs. Weir Farm has inspired thousands of artists for more than 140 years, including over 250 Artists-in-Residence. This program is supported by the generosity of Park partner; the Friends of Weir Farm. The Call for Artists runs from November 1 to January 31. Learn more about applying to the program on the Apply and FAQs pages.
Art Programs Throughout the National Park Service
Artist-in-Residence Programs in the National Park Service The National Park Service (NPS) cares for America's 400+ national Parks and works with communities across the nation to help preserve local history and create close-to-home recreational opportunities for more than 275 million visitors every year. Artists have created art in national parks since the late 19th century when famed Hudson River School painters captured the majestic views of our nation's western parks. Today, the sights and sounds in national parks continue to inspire artists in more than 50 Residency programs across the country. There are programs for visual artists, writers, musicians, and other creative media. Programs vary, but residencies are typically two to four weeks in length and most include lodging. Interested in working in national parks across the country? The National Park Service maintains a nationwide listing of Artist-in-Residence programs. |
Last updated: February 3, 2025