Residencies / Verified 2 September 2026
The Bemis Center for Contemporary Arts in Omaha offers a 4–6 week residency for artists who previously participated in their residency program or exhibited there after a three-year gap. The program provides $350 weekly stipend, $750 travel stipend, and $2,500 materials stipend, with a $15 application fee. Applicants must not be enrolled in an academic program during residency; small collaborative groups of up to two are eligible.
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Cost to apply. $15 to apply
“$15 USD non-refundable application fee”✓ Checked on the organizer’s site
What you get. $350 USD weekly stipend, a $750 USD travel stipend, and an additional $2,500 USD unrestricted materials stipend
“US-based: $350 USD weekly stipend, $750 USD travel stipend, $2,500 USD unrestricted materials stipend. International: stipend subject to visa restrictions (J-1 visa encouraged; B2 visas limited to qualified expense reimbursement). Housing provided (live/work studio). 24-hour access to studios, Okada”✓ Checked on the organizer’s site
How long. 4–6 weeks (minimum 8 consecutive weeks required within a session)
Who can apply. National and international artists who have participated in Bemis Center's Residency Program or exhibited at Bemis after a three-year hiatus. Must not be enrolled in an academic program during residency. Small collaborative groups eligible
“National and international artists”✓ Checked on the organizer’s site
How they choose.
“Rotating panel of artists, alumni, and arts professionals (curators, academics, critics). Online review followed by on-site panel meeting.”✓ Checked on the organizer’s site
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