Crosstown Art Residency Open Call

Crosstown Arts, situated in Memphis, TN, welcomes both visiting and local artists and curators to its multidisciplinary artist residency program, spanning various creative disciplines including visual arts, music, film, and literature. Set in an urban environment with shared spaces, the residency program promotes connection and socialization among residents and encourages engagement with the broader community.

Residencies afford artists 24/7 access to private studio spaces, along with complimentary use of shared art workspaces and music production suites. For live/work residencies, private living quarters are provided, complete with a shared kitchen, laundry, and communal living areas.

Residents gain free access to Crosstown Arts' on-site Shared Art workspace, equipped with a range of analog and digital fabrication tools and production resources.

All residencies are granted without charge, though artists are responsible for their own studio materials, travel expenses to and from Memphis. 2026 residencies sessions will run in Spring (Feb. 12 - May 12), Summer (Jun. 4 - Aug. 4), and Fall (Sept. 15 - Dec. 15).

Applicants must be at least 18 years old at the start of their residency. There are no specific project requirements, fostering an environment conducive to experimentation and artistic exploration. *Crosstown Arts Residency is not considering applications from alumni for the 2026 application.