Residencies / Verified 2 September 2026
Bemis Center offers residencies in Omaha for artists 21 and older with professional experience. US-based residents receive $1,250 monthly plus $750 travel support; the $40 application fee is non-refundable. Eight-week minimum stay; international artists must speak English; alumni may reapply after five years.
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What the organizer actually says
Cost to apply. $40 to apply
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What you get. US-based artists receive a $1,250 USD monthly stipend and an additional $750 USD travel stipend
“US-based artists: $1,250 USD monthly stipend + $750 USD travel stipend. International artists: stipend availability depends on visa type (J-1 scholar visa eligible for monthly payments; B2 visa limits to expense reimbursement only). Housing provided (private live/work studio 820–2,200 sq ft with kit”✓ Checked on the organizer’s site
How long. Minimum 8 consecutive weeks within a residency session
Who can apply. National and international artists 21+ with strong professional working history. Not eligible if enrolled in academic program during residency. Alumni may re-apply after 5-year hiatus. Small collaborative groups eligible (max 2 on-site). Wo
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How they choose.
“Rotating panel of artists and arts professionals (curators, academics, critics). Two-stage review: online review followed by on-site panel meeting. 12–14 weeks from deadline to decision.”✓ Checked on the organizer’s site
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