Facilities
Located in rural Massachusetts amongst apple orchards, the 10 acre farm property once belonged to our founder, Meredith Combs McAlister’s parents. The 1848 farmhouse can house up to six artists at a time. The large kitchen and living room are the heart of the home and the perfect place for our guest lectures. There are studio spaces in the barns and sheds around the property as well as a full woodshop. We are building a collection of art texts for the library as well. In the summer months, artists will also be able to enjoy the pool on the property.
Artists will be surrounded by nature and can explore the property for inspiration. The property has been a family home, a school dorm, a working farm, and in the last century a family home again. We hope that both the property and its history inspire creative pursuits that reflect the intricate relationships between family, kin, time, place, and community.
In terms of accessibility, we are committed to supporting our artists. There are ramps into the main house and one accessible bedroom and bathroom. Please reach out with any questions or concerns.
Studios
Our studios are converted from farm sheds and horse stables, which offer intimate spaces for all steps of the creative process. At the moment we have a full workshop available to our artists. In time we hope to add more equipment and complete the transformation of the garage into a black box performance space.
Programming
Residents are given mentorship through a lecture series and one-on-one studio visits from program leadership and visiting artists and curators. Upon completing the residency, residents are inducted into our network of alumni, who are welcomed back to the grounds annually for a program reunion.
Each program cycle concludes with an exhibition or showcase of work completed by residents. The exhibition and/or showcase will be tailored to each year’s round of applicants.