[Penland School of Craft](https://penland.org)

Fall 2026 (by invitation; typically scheduled for October–November)

Two-week residency includes room, board, private workspace, travel reimbursement, and stipend for one resident annually.

Supports emerging and established writers, scholars, curators, and storytellers to create new narratives and research about craft in an immersive artist community.

By invitation only; not open to direct applications.

--- ## Description The Andrew Glasgow Residency is a prestigious, invitation-only program hosted by the Penland School of Craft. It is designed for writers, scholars, curators, and storytellers—working in any medium—who are interested in advancing the field of craft through narrative, research, and creative storytelling. The residency provides a unique opportunity to spend two weeks immersed in Penland’s vibrant community of studio artists during a workshop session or scheduled program. Residents are encouraged to engage with artists, share their work, and contribute to the ongoing dialogue about craft. The residency aims to foster new writing, connect writers with makers, and enrich craft culture with new perspectives and language. --- ## Due Dates - Fall 2026 (the 2026 resident is scheduled for Fall; in recent years, residencies typically occur in October or November, but exact dates vary and are set by invitation) *All dates are by invitation and subject to change; check the [program page](https://penland.org/residencies/andrew-glasgow-residency) for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - The residency provides: - Room and board for two weeks at Penland - Private workspace - Travel reimbursement - Stipend (exact amount not specified) - One resident is selected each year. --- ## Eligibility - Open to emerging and established writers, scholars, curators, and storytellers in any medium. - Intended for individuals with specific project goals related to craft who wish to interact with studio artists at Penland. - **By invitation only**: Residents are nominated and invited by an advisory committee composed of artists, creatives, writers, curators, makers, and storytellers from diverse backgrounds. - Not open to direct applications or self-nomination. --- ## Application Process - There is no open application process. - Potential residents are nominated and selected by an advisory committee. - The committee identifies individuals with demonstrated interest and project goals relevant to craft. - Selected residents will be contacted directly by Penland School of Craft with an invitation. --- ## Additional Information - The residency encourages residents to share their work with the Penland artist community through presentations, readings, or conversations. - Past residents include writers, journalists, curators, and educators who have contributed significantly to craft discourse. - The program is named in honor of Andrew Glasgow, a renowned curator, educator, and advocate for the craft field. --- ## External Links - [Andrew Glasgow Residency Program Page](https://penland.org/residencies/andrew-glasgow-residency) - [Penland School of Craft Homepage](https://penland.org) - [Contact Penland School of Craft](https://penland.org/about/contact-us/) --- ## Contact Information | Role/Office | Contact Details | |----------------------------|--------------------------------------------------| | General Inquiries | info@penland.org | 828-765-2359 | | Program/Development Office | developmentdir@penland.org | ---

Andrew Glasgow Residency

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