**Colorado State University Spur is pleased to invite applications for its Artist Residency Program, a six-month, interdisciplinary opportunity for mid-career and professional artists to engage with science, sustainability and community at our cutting-edge public campus in Denver. This residency is designed for artists who are eager to work at the intersection of art, science and education and who are committed to making their practice publicly visible and educationally impactful.** 

**ABOUT CSU SPUR** 

Located in the heart of Denver’s historic Globeville and Elyria-Swansea neighborhoods, CSU Spur is a free, year-round educational destination focused on food, water and health systems. It is a place where artists, scientists, educators and the public come together to share knowledge, create and inspire future generations. 

The residency takes place in The Shop, where a glass-front studio allows campus visitors to see the creative process unfold. Artists will also have access to Makerspace equipment, content and educational experts, and a broad audience of school groups and community members. 

ducational experts, and a broad audience of school groups and community members. 

**OVERVIEW**

*   **Duration:** 6 months
    
*   **Residency Cycles:** Two residency cycles per year with two artists in residence at a time (total of 4 artists per year).
    
*   **Location:** CSU Spur Campus, Denver.
    

**KEY DATES** 

*   **Residency Start Dates:** Wednesday, April 1, 2026
    
*   **Residency Exhibition:** September 2026 – January 2027 (install in August/September 2026, deinstall February 2027)
    
*   **Residency End Dates:** Wednesday, Sept. 30, 2026

*   **Provided Resources:**
    
    *   Private studio space with public visibility in The Shop
        
    *   Onsite housing in CSU Spur’s Vida building (estimated cost of $9,681)
        
        *   Artists may choose to seek offsite housing at their own expense
            
    *   $10,000 living stipend
        
    *   $5,000 materials budget
        
    *   $1,250 travel budget
        
    *   Access to CSU scientists, educators and researchers
        
    *   Use of CSU Spur Makerspace (after training)
        
    *   Solo exhibition and public opening event
        
    *   Participation in at least one CSU Spur “2nd Saturday” public event
        
    *   Structured engagement with preK-12 students through field trip activities or workshops
        
    *   Promotion through CSU Spur channels and potential inclusion in a print or digital catalog

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