2027–28 polar steam antarctic artists & writers program

Polar STEAM, which stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math, is not just a national program, but a journey for all of us to become closer to what is so physically distant, to understand the Polar regions and people, and to commit to share what we learn with the world so others, too, can let their curiosity thrive.  

The Antarctic Artists & Writers program facilitates deployments to the Antarctic for creative practitioners within the arts and humanities.  Collaborations between polar researchers and artists and writers help increase the public’s understanding of and appreciation for human and scientific endeavors in Antarctica through the resulting works. Polar STEAM welcomes applications from working artists, writers, and creative practitioners in a variety of genres, from traditional to experimental.

This application is for four to ten weeks during the 2027–28 Antarctic summer season, typically October through February, with a possible option for early season (August through September). In the past two seasons, deployments have been 6-8 weeks in length.

All applicants will be notified of status by early September, 2026.