| Big news from Springboard! Did you know that Springboard’s rural office has called Fergus Falls, MN home for over 10 years now? Ever wanted to visit us and explore all that the area has to offer? Now you can!
We’re very excited to introduce you to the Falls Community Arts Exchange!Open to artists, creatives, culture bearers, community leaders, or travelers who want to experience the local arts community of Otter Tail County, the Falls Community Arts Exchange invites you to discover the community’s wide range of creative learning opportunities and experiences.
We are now accepting applications for the Artist Track of the exchange.This career development track is for individual artists interested in deep exchange with rural creative ecosystems, and who are interested in completing a collaborative project that supports local community goals through creative engagement. Visiting artists receive a $4,500 stipend and spend 4 weeksliving in Fergus Falls, where they receive support and coaching from Springboard staff, connect with local artists, and work on a modest collaborative project with a local organization.
Stewarded by Springboard for the Arts, the Falls Community Arts Exchange is a collaboration of Fergus Falls-based arts and culture organizations interested in fostering artist-led community development and geographic exchange.
If you are interested in applying, or know someone who’d benefit from this experience, don’t hesitate to share the application link. The application closes at midnight CST on March 21, 2024.
Have questions? Be sure to attend the virtual info session on Friday, February 16 from 12-1pm on Zoom! Register to attend the info session. |
