james castle house residency

Creativity dwells between the floor joists, the wallpaper, and the ceiling boards. The space may be small and quiet, but between its walls are boundless possibilities.

2-MONTH RESIDENCY

The two-month residency terms are designed to provide an immersive focus on a project or body of work that responds to the history and legacy of James Castle or the site.

Taking inspiration from Castle’s curious and observant nature and his daily creative practice, this residency is open to artists, scholars, creators, and professionals working in any field.

Residents will share their creative practice and process with our community through several public events throughout their stay, including, but not limited to, workshops, open studios, and presentations.

At the end of their term, residents will donate a selected piece reflecting their time at the James Castle House and congruent with the quality and style of work portrayed in their application. This piece will be part of the larger collection owned by the City of Boise.

The selected participant will have regular contact with staff at the James Castle House and Boise community members, but they will reside alone.

Available Terms

• June 1 - July 31, 2026
• September 1 – October 31, 2026

2-WEEK RESIDENCY

The two-week residency terms are designed to provide time and space to focus on a single project that responds to the site.

Residents will share their creative practice and process with the community through one public event during their stay.

The selected participant will have regular contact with staff at the James Castle House and Boise community members, but they will reside alone.

Available Terms

• January 12 - 26, 2026
• December 1 – 15, 2026