Rooted & Rising 2027 Artist in Residence Program
Community Folk Art Center, Syracuse University, Syracuse, New York
- ✓ Hand-verified by Arthead editorial, Oct 31, 2026
About this call
The Community Folk Art Center (CFAC) in Syracuse invites artists to apply for Rooted & Rising, its 2027 Artist in Residence Program, made possible by a grant from the National Endowment for the Arts. The program supports four multidisciplinary artists over a six-week period. It is a non-residential residency for artists working in traditional, contemporary or hybrid folk and community-based art forms, and provides time, space, resources and opportunities to create, share and connect with the community. Each selected artist receives a $4,550 stipend, studio space at the Community Folk Art Center, support for materials up to a set amount, opportunities to present workshops, demonstrations or other public programs, promotion through CFAC's channels, and a culminating event or exhibition (amount to be determined in collaboration with CFAC). Applications are reviewed by a panel of CFAC staff, past program collaborators and external arts professionals; finalists may be invited for a short interview, and all applicants are notified of their status and may request feedback.
Who can apply
- Limited by country or region
- Medium: Mixed Media
- Entry fee: See official site
- Applicants must be 18 or older and live within commuting distance of Syracuse, NY (the program is non-residential). Open to artists working in folk, traditional or community-based art forms; all disciplines are welcome, including visual arts, dance, theater, music and film. Artists of all backgrounds are encouraged, with particular interest in work that reflects community, cultural heritage and lived experience. Applicants must demonstrate the capacity to produce new work and engage with the public meaningfully over a sustained period. Apply through the Qualtrics form with a project proposal, artist statement, current CV or resume, work samples (images, links or PDF) and a brief plan for public engagement. Review criteria: artistic excellence and originality, clarity and feasibility of the proposed project, capacity to engage meaningfully with the community, professionalism including relevant experience, and commitment to the project timeline and deliverables. The deadline is Monday, December 7, 2026 at 11:59 PM ET.