NXTHVN Opens Call for Artist and Curator Fellowship Program

NXTHVN, a nonprofit located in New Haven, Connecticut, has opened its annual call for artists and curators to apply to its fellowship program.

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Founded in 2018, NXTHVN hosts up to seven artists and two curators each year for its 10-month program. Fellows receive studio or office space, a stipend, and subsidized housing. Curatorial Fellows receive a stipend of $45,000 and Studio Fellows receive $35,000. Studio spaces range from 600 to 1,000 square feet.

The fellowship program is deeply rooted in mentorship, offering professional development sessions led by visiting artists, curators, scholars, and other practitioners. Selected Fellows are matched with a high school Apprentice, for an individualized mutual learning experience. The program culminates with a group show at a prominent gallery. 

NXTHVN is open to artists across the world and encourages applicants from all backgrounds to apply. Past Texas-based artists who have participated in the program include Vincent Valdez (2020-2021), John Guzman (2021-2022), and Adrian Armstrong (2023-2024). Currently, independent curator Rigoberto Luna is a part of the 2024-2025 cohort.

The seventh cohort will take place from August 2025 through May 2026. The application deadline is Monday, March 3, 2025. Learn more about the application process and apply via Submittable.