MacDowell is an artist residency program in Peterborough, New Hampshire, open to artists from around the world. Since its founding in 1907, MacDowell has imbued its spaces with a deep and abiding respect for artists and their creative work. This fundamental kindness is sustained by the curiosity, generosity, and goodwill circulating within the resident community. MacDowell encourages applications from artists representing the widest possible range of perspectives and demographics.

MacDowell strives to offer ideal working conditions for artists within a joyful and mutually supportive environment. Consistent with that mission, all Fellows are obliged to adopt the community agreement as a condition of accepting a Fellowship. Doing so will help ensure that all Fellows may participate in the enriching exchange that has given rise to countless friendships and collaborations.

As MacDowell is located in a rural environment, artists-in-residence need to be comfortable with a degree of solitude and disconnection from the outside world. A Fellowship consists of exclusive use of a studio, accommodations, and three prepared meals a day for two to eight weeks. Studios are comfortably furnished with the artists’ needs in mind. MacDowell does not charge a residency fee. Artists are responsible for materials and travel expenses: financial assistance is available to artists in residence based on demonstrated financial need.

Recommended duration is a minimum of 2 weeks; average stay is 30 days).