Artist Opportunities at Sheldon Jackson Museum
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Stay tuned for details about applying for the 2026 Alaska Native Artist Residency Program.
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Alaska Native Artist Residency Program
2026 Program
Now accepting applications for the 2026 summer season!
We have three residencies available:
- May 1-21
- August 26-September 15
- September 16-October 6
Residencies will offer a $2,700 artist award plus travel, lodging, and food stipend.
2026 Native Artist Residency Packet 2026 Native Artist Residency Flyer
How to Apply
Complete the form and email it, along with any attachments, to SJM Curator Jackie Hamberg.
Applications are due March 2, 2026.
About the Program
Since 1988, summer visitors to the Sheldon Jackson Museum in Sitka have enjoyed the opportunity to meet Alaska Native artists-in-residence at the Sheldon Jackson Museum. Artists discuss their culture, artwork, and creative process with visitors as they work in the gallery and give lectures and hands-on workshops and lead other public programs of their own design.
Individuals interested in making a donation to the residency program should contact the Friends of the Sheldon Jackson Museum by calling 907-747-6233 or emailing Friends of SJM.
Read more about the Native Artist Residency Program.
