artist-in-residence community arts program
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, January 17-19, 2026, and may remain on display 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 may also be featured in a solo exhibition in the Main Gallery or our outside grounds where appropriate. Solo shows typically run from MLK weekend through February. These details will be agreed upon at time of acceptance.
****Artist must be willing to engage with visitors during all three days of the program, January 17-19, 2026. Residency length: minimum 3 days, up to 1 week.
Annmarie’s residency program provides an opportunity for visual, musical, and literary artists to design and produce a community arts project. The community art project should be adaptable for all ages and skill levels, and should be inspired by a) your artwork and processes, and b) the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. The resulting display will hang among your solo show, so keep that in mind when planning both the project and your solo art show. Artists are encouraged, but not required, to make use of materials from the artLAB, our creative reuse center, incorporating recycled or repurposed materials into projects. For the MLK Days program, artists will also have access to the galleries, a private studio space, the clay studio, and the 30-acre sculpture garden, as needed.
Artist responsible for:
Submit application with project description
Cost of travel and transport of personal possessions
if staying in our Artist House, artists must bring their own pillows, linens, personal supplies transportation; this residency is not suitable for someone who does not have their own vehicle
Other expectations and opportunities
Our residency program works best for artists that are passionate, independent, and self-motivated. If staying in our Artist House, it is important to note that it is somewhat isolated, so owning your own vehicle is required. There is no public transportation in Southern Maryland. The staff will work with you to create a great project, but it is important to recognize that this is a working residency. The Annmarie staff is small and needs someone who can pitch in and run their project! To this end, we seek fun, creative, and resourceful artists!