2026 artist residencies

Ragdale provides up to 150 residencies annually to artists working in a variety of disciplines including dance, music, writing, and visual art. Residencies are 18 days long and include individual accommodations plus private workspaces, all located on a celebrated campus listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Artists experience uninterrupted time and space to focus on their work, surrounded by remarkable Arts and Crafts style architecture, cozy spaces for gathering and working, and the camaraderie of an exceptional cohort. Residents gather on weeknights to enjoy delicious meals made with ingredients harvested from our gardens whenever possible. Residents have access to 20 acres of open prairie land maintained by our friends at Lake Forest Open Lands Association. A local train line provides a quick trip to and from Chicago.

Residency Dates:

Session 1: January 26 - February 13

Session 2: February 23 - March 13

Session 3: March 16 - April 3

Session 4: April 20 - May 8

Session 5: June 15 - July 3

Session 6: July 20 - August 7

Session 7: August 10 - August 28

Session 8: September 8 - September 26

Session 9: September 28 - October 16

Session 10: October 26 - November 13

Session 11: November 30 - December 18