Peer gatherings designed to spark new connections, mutual support, and shared problem-solving. These groups bring together residency practitioners connected by region, programmatic focus, or organizational role. Interested in starting an affinity group? Reach out to members@artistcommunities.org.
Peer networking sessions organized around timely themes and shared challenges. Each gathering begins with a strategy share from field leaders, followed by facilitated, active discussion with colleagues from across the network.
Focused, practical breakouts led by field experts, centered on on sustaining healthy residency programs. Bring your specific questions, exchange tools with fellow practitioners, and expand your professional circle.
Virtual Event
This new affinity group brings together staff of rural + small town residencies. What started as a conversation at ACA's 2025 Conference is now an ongoing dialogue.
Visit our Affinity Group page for more information.
Tarrytown, NY
United States
Now in their eighth year, the Upstate New York Regional Affinity Group meets annually at different residency centers to share strategies and explore each other’s unique facilities and sites.
Visit our Affinity Group page for more information.
Virtual Event
Whether you're brand new or just need a refresher, get the most out of your ACA Network benefits and meet fellow members as part of this monthly orientation.
Open to staff of ACA member organizations.
Virtual Event
As thoughtful intermediaries, artist residencies bridge relationships between visiting artists and local communities. This conversation brings together residency leaders from rural and urban contexts to reflect on what it means to be grounded in place. Speakers will share how they’ve built partnerships with neighbors and regional organizations, and where those efforts have had the greatest impact for their artists and programs. Together, we’ll explore resource sharing and coalition building, leaving with new inspiration and perspectives.
Virtual Event
Whether you're brand new or just need a refresher, get the most out of your ACA Network benefits and meet fellow members as part of this monthly orientation.
Open to staff of ACA member organizations.
Virtual Event
Direct and open conversations on the challenges, questions, and opportunities residency leaders are navigating. Open to the Executive Leadership of our member programs—including artistic, residency, program, or executive directors.
Executive Leadership will be contacted directly—email members@artistcommunities.org with any questions.