The Lawrence Arts Center offers contemporary exhibitions, performances, and visual and performing arts education. Three exhibition galleries, a 300-seat theater, a black box theater, two dance studios, an arts-based preschool, and seven visual arts studios attract individuals of all ages and backgrounds. The Arts Center is located in downtown Lawrence, Kansas, home to the University of Kansas, Haskell Indian Nations University, and less than an hour away from downtown Kansas City. Lawrence is an intellectual city that is proud of its rich history, diverse heritage, and vibrant arts community.
Ceramics and Printmaking Artists-in-Residence:
Our Ceramics and Printmaking Residency programs provide a supportive environment for emerging artists to create new work. Ideal candidates should have an MFA in ceramics or printmaking (or equivalent professional experience) and be able to work independently as well as in a collaborative community setting. Preference is given to candidates who have demonstrated artistic excellence as well as interest in experimentation and innovative techniques.
The residency will begin on August 15, 2026, and end on July 31, 2027.