Manship Artists Residency with NSS

A 14-day, on-site sculptor residency at Paul Manship’s former home and studio in Gloucester, Massachusetts. The selected sculptor receives two weeks of lodging and a $2,000 cash award, chooses dates with program staff from potential 2026 periods, works in a studio on the grounds, and participates in public engagement such as a talk, demonstration, or workshop.

Applicants must be U.S. citizens or U.S. residents with a Social Security number and must be National Sculpture Society members (Associate, Elected Sculptor, Fellow, or Patron). Preference is given to working sculptors who also teach and have served their community. The resident must live and work at Manship Artists Residency for the full consecutive 14-day residency; potential periods are June 21–July 11 or October 25–November 14, with final dates determined with staff. The selected sculptor is responsible for food, materials, and transportation, and having a car is advised because public transportation is limited. The resident must arrange public interaction through a talk, demonstration, and/or workshop. Submit images of 6–12 different works, with up to 3 views each and no more than 36 images total, plus a resume. Images must be JPG or PNG and no larger than 50MB each. Only one entry is permitted per artist. Entry is free. The selected sculptor receives two weeks of lodging and a $2,000 cash award.