One part arts practice, one part social activism, SPACES is a rare opportunity to explore art-making, relationship building, and emergent strategies within the context of a community-based artist residency. 

Cycle 2 SPACES Visiting Artists will live at the historic Village of Arts and Humanities in North Central Philadelphia for 6 months, rent-free, in a creatively renovated row home. They will lead a core team of community members (Neighborhood Artists) to co-design and execute a transformative artistic project that addresses issues of social equity in our community.

RESIDENCY AWARD

• One, $15,000 stipend per artist or artist collective.

• Free housing and studio space.

• Access to The Village's arts facilities, including program buildings, art parks and urban farm.

• Assistance gaining access/use of building and/or lots in The Village Heart or adjacent Germantown-Lehigh commercial corridor. 

• Creative and resource-based support from The Village's network of artists, community activists, organizers, and enthusiasts. 

• Integration with The Village — access to our formalized youth arts, culture, and environmental programs.

• Curated, publicized and facilitated speaking engagements, exhibitions, or workshops at Philadelphia-based arts, culture and educational venues.