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FALL RETREAT | OCtober 2025

NEW YORK, NY

Details

The Lincoln City Fellowship Fall Retreat is designed for artists who are seeking inspiration, insight, and support during the development phase on a specific creative project.

This cohort meets for 8 weekly, one hour long, virtual sessions prior to convening in NYC for a weekend of tactical workshops and peer-to-peer learning sessions, invigorating arts encounters and curated meals.

In addition to 5 nights NYC hotel accommodations, select meals, and activities, each cohort member also receives a $1500 stipend to support their travel and ability to participate in the program.

Due to the strategic nature of this retreat, capacity is limited to 8 artists.

CURATION

The curation process for this cohort is conducted by a trusted committee of creative advisors, who employ Speranza Foundation's Qualities of a Lincoln City Fellow as core principles. The committee selects artists based not only on their individual merits, but also on their potential to contribute to and gain from the dynamic of the group, fostering a collaborative and enriching environment for all participants.

applications

Applications will be sent out early July, 2025. Artists who are new to the Lincoln City Fellowship and would like to be considered for this opportunity are invited to submit a letter of interest to info@speranzafoundation.com.

  • May 15-20, 2025 |  Santa Fe, New Mexico

    Details

    The Lincoln City Fellowship spring retreat beckons artists in ideation phase of a project who are craving pause, reflection, play, rest, rejuvenation and deep connection with nature.

    Artists in this cohort meet for 8 weekly, one hour long, virtual sessions prior to embarking on a 5-night retreat in at Rancho Gallina in Santa Fe, New Mexico. The retreat, with experience production in collaboration with the Nomadic School of Wonder, offers a haven for artists to recharge and bond through collaborative creative workshops, leisurely downtime, and nourishing meals.

    The week culminates in a regional gathering and celebration, connecting the group with the larger Lincoln City Fellowship artist community and friends of Speranza. 

    All expenses for the retreat, including meals, programming, and private accommodations are included. In addition, each artist receives $1500 financial assistance to support their travel and ability to participate in the program. 

    Due to the intimate nature of this retreat, capacity is limited to 6 artists.

    Applications are closed.