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Prairie Ronde Artist Residency (The Mill at Vicksburg, Michigan) – Spring 2027 Session
Travel coveredHousing: Private housing in one of two houses in the historic village of Vicksburg, MichiganFamily-friendly
- Who Can Apply: Independent artists of any medium; international applicants are temporarily suspended (as of April 25, 2025). Collaborators may apply on a single application. Writers are accepted only for new work directly related to The Mill and Vicksburg.
- The Focus: A process-based 5–6 week residency engaging with The Mill at Vicksburg (former Lee Paper Company mill) and its 80 acres; three sessions a year, 2–4 residents per session. This call is for the Spring session (March 15 – May 31).
- The Funding: $2,000 stipend upon completion, $500 travel grant, private housing, a gallery show in downtown Vicksburg, video documentation and Mug Club membership at Distant Whistle Brewery. Residents donate one work made during the residency to the permanent collection.
- Key Requirements: Apply via SlideRoom with a $25 application fee. Applications are scored on body of work, statement of purpose, plan for incorporating The Mill and/or Vicksburg, interest in the residency, ability to work independently and openness to rural community life; top applicants interview with the Residency Director and Coordinator.
DeadlineTuesday, December 1, 2026
Stipend$2,000 stipend upon completion of the 5–6 week residency, plus a $500 travel grant (collaborative applicants share one $2,500 total)
Application fee$25
Duration5–6 weeks
Program datesSpring Session: March 15 – May 31; Summer Session: June 1 – August 31; Fall Session: September 15 – December 20
LocationVicksburg, MI
ParticipationOn-site
Application notesThere is a $25 application fee, which covers SlideRoom costs and review-panel honoraria. Residents are asked to donate one piece produced during the residency to the permanent collection. Children are not allowed on the active construction site; a child and caregiver could be accommodated in housing. Family and friends may visit for short periods. Pets are possible to discuss in the application. International applicants are responsible for their own visas; letters of invitation can be provided.
Contactinfo@prairierondeartistresidency.com
Prairie Ronde Artist Residency
Organization based in Vicksburg