artist-in-residence program

Discovery Center’s Artist-in-Residence Program (AIR) offers Tennessee artists an opportunity to showcase their talents while fostering creative exploration among children of all ages. One 6-week residencies are available for 2027. Local and regional artists are encouraged to apply. During the residency, the artist will develop participatory workshops and hands-on demonstrations that lead to a culminating piece/installation that will be exhibited at the museum.

Spring 2025 Residency: January 16 - February 27, 2027

Artist Commitments

• The Artist will be required to work 4 hours per week during museum hours over the course of 6 weeks (24 hours total)

  • 3 hours of open studio time to work on their installation piece

  • 1 hour hosting participatory educational hands on experience workshops for guests in the area the artist is currently working. Programs need to occur at the same time each week and chosen from the following day and times:

    • Wednesday, 4 p.m.

    • Saturday, 11 a.m., 1 p.m. or 3 p.m.

    • Sunday, 1 p.m. or 3 p.m.

• The Artist will contribute one completed piece of work to the Discovery Center’s permanent collection. (8 hours)

• The Artist will be allotted additional hours (8 total) for research, supply management, etc.