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Residencies  /  Verified 2 September 2026

HCCC Artist Residency Program (2027-2028 Cycle).

Houston, Texas, USA · Houston Center for Contemporary Craft
Open nowFree to apply3–12 months (preference for…

Houston Center for Contemporary Craft awards 5–10 residencies annually for stays of 3–12 months, providing $1,000/month stipend, private studio access, teaching opportunities, and exhibition in their annual show. No application fee. International applicants need U.S. work authorization and a tax ID. Deadline: February 1, 2027.

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Deadline. February 1, 2027

“December 1, 2026 – February 1, 2027 (for 2027–2028 cycle)”✓ Checked on the organizer’s site

Cost to apply. Free to apply

“none (page mentions no fee)”✓ Checked on the organizer’s site

What you get. 3-to-12-month residencies (preference for 6- and 9-month): $1,000/month stipend, 24/7 access to 200 sq ft studio, teaching and exhibition opportunities, annual In Residence exhibition; 5-10 residencies awarded per cycle

“$1000 monthly stipend (includes small housing/materials allowance); 24/7 studio access (200 sq ft); ceramic kilns; professional development; teaching opportunities; artist talk; annual exhibition opportunity”✓ Checked on the organizer’s site

How long. 3–12 months (preference for 6- and 9-month residencies); residency cycle September–August

Who can apply. International applicants must have proof of eligibility to work in the U.S. (green card or visa) and a tax processing number (SSN, EIN, or ITIN). No other nationality/residency restrictions stated. No career-stage restrictions stated.

“International applicants must have proof of eligibility to work in the U.S. (green card or visa) and a tax processing number (SSN, EIN, or ITIN).”✓ Checked on the organizer’s site

How they choose.

“Juried selection based on quality of creative work, ability to interact with public, career direction, and program diversity. 5–10 residencies awarded. Notification late May.”✓ Checked on the organizer’s site

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