The New Orleans Museum of Art is now accepting applications for the 2026-2027 Creative Assembly residency program.
Launched in 2021, NOMA’s Creative Assembly program cultivates community engagement through a year-long residency in the Department of Learning and Engagement. The residency does not provide a dedicated studio or exhibition space. Artists are encouraged to draw inspiration from public programs, permanent collections, museum exhibitions, and the sculpture garden.
Artists accepted into NOMA’s Creative Assembly residency will receive:
- A $4,000 stipend
- A profile on the NOMA website
- Access to networking and professional development opportunities
- A two-year membership to NOMA
In 2026-27, the Darryl Chappell Foundation will fund one residency for an artist who self-identifies as Afrodescendant. The Darryl Chappell Foundation’s Artist-in-Residence program uplifts Afrodescendant artists across disciplines, including visual arts, performance, and classical music. Darryl Chappell Foundation Creative Assembly Fellows become part of the Foundation’s growing community of artists, where the commitment to mutual aid and growth is actively practiced. If you are eligible, please indicate this on your application.
The application deadline is Friday, July 10, 2026. Selected Applicants must be legally eligible to work in the United States of America and must currently reside in Louisiana. For questions, contact Jasmine Griffin, Associate Educator, jgriffin@noma.org