The New Orleans Museum of Art (NOMA) has announced an open call for its Creative Assembly 2026-2027 Residency Program, a year-long residency supporting artists who engage communities through creative practice and public programming. Housed within NOMA’s Department of Learning and Engagement, the program offers selected artists a $4,000 stipend, professional development opportunities, a profile on the museum’s website, and a two-year membership. In this cycle, the Darryl Chappell Foundation will support two artists who self-identify as Afrodescendant. Applications are open to artists from all disciplines legally eligible to work in the United States, with a deadline of 10 July 2026.
This residency matters because it positions artists as active contributors to dialogue, learning, and social engagement within a major museum context, emphasizing community collaboration and participatory experiences. By supporting artists working across disciplines—including visual art, dance, music, poetry, and activism—the program fosters meaningful connections between museums and local communities. The targeted support for Afrodescendant artists through the Darryl Chappell Foundation also highlights an effort to amplify underrepresented voices in the art world.