Organizer Information
The Irish Museum of Modern Art (IMMA) is Ireland’s premier national institution dedicated to modern and contemporary art, located in Dublin. Established in 1991 and situated within the historic Royal Hospital Kilmainham, IMMA operates as both a museum and an active research platform supporting artists, curators, and cultural practitioners. The institution is widely recognized for its ambitious residency programs, which emphasize interdisciplinary collaboration, long-term research, and engagement with social, political, and historical contexts. Through its Dwell Here programme, IMMA fosters international exchange and encourages practitioners to critically engage with Ireland’s cultural landscape while connecting local narratives to global discourses.
Title & Description
Dwell Here: One Year Residency Open Call / 2027
The Dwell Here: One Year Residency at IMMA is a prestigious, research-driven residency designed for artists and interdisciplinary practitioners seeking to develop sustained, site-responsive work over an extended period. This program invites participants to immerse themselves deeply in the Irish context, committing to both place and time as a framework for critical inquiry and artistic exploration.
Residents will engage in independent research while participating in IMMA’s structured Research Assemblies—intensive, week-long gatherings that bring together residents, mentors, and peers for collaborative dialogue and exchange. These assemblies form a core component of the residency, encouraging participants to share their process and activate their research through formats such as workshops, exhibitions, performances, talks, and open studios.
The residency is guided by key thematic strands, including Technologies of Peace, The Irish Paradigm, and The Museum as a Site of Vibration. These themes invite critical reflection on topics such as memory, geopolitics, cultural identity, institutional critique, and sustainability. The program prioritizes process-based research and interdisciplinary thinking over the production of final outcomes, offering a fertile environment for experimentation and long-term development.
Categories
- Visual Arts
- Curatorial Practice
- Design
- Architecture
- Humanities / Research-based practices
- Interdisciplinary Art
Eligibility
- Open to international and Ireland-based applicants
- Artists, curators, designers, architects, and researchers
- Practitioners working across disciplines
- Applicants must demonstrate a strong commitment to research-led practice
- No age restriction specified
- Suitable for emerging, mid-career, and established professionals
Program Benefits & Awards
- Free onsite accommodation (separate from studio space)
- Access to a dedicated IMMA studio (if required)
- Monthly bursary of €1000 for contracted residency months
- Coverage of one return international travel journey (if applicable)
- Pre-approved material and programming budget related to Research Assemblies
- Full access to IMMA’s collections, archives, staff expertise, and institutional resources
- Participation in three Research Assemblies with an international network of peers and mentors
- Opportunities to present work via workshops, exhibitions, performances, talks, and open studios
- Potential accommodation options for partners or small families (subject to discussion)
Note: The residency is self-catered, with occasional shared hospitality.
Application Fee
€10
Application Requirements
- Completed online application form
- Professional CV/biography
- Portfolio showcasing recent work
- Detailed research proposal aligned with IMMA themes
- Statement outlining intended engagement with IMMA’s context and resources
- Personal and contact information
How to Apply?
Online Application
Key Dates
- Application Deadline: 22 June 2026
- Notification of Results: September 2026
- Residency Period: January – December 2027
- Duration: Up to 11 months
- Earliest Start Date: 18 January 2027
- Final End Date: 15 December 2027
Research Assembly Dates:
- Spring Assembly: 03 – 09 March 2027
- Summer Assembly: 09 – 15 June 2027
- Autumn Assembly: 22 – 28 September 2027
Location
Dublin, Ireland
Additional Details
- The residency emphasizes long-term research and process-oriented practice
- Strong focus on site-responsive and context-driven work
- Encourages interdisciplinary collaboration and knowledge exchange
- Residents must actively participate in all Research Assemblies
- Provides deep engagement with Ireland’s artistic and cultural infrastructure
- Offers potential pathways for future collaborations, exhibitions, or return residencies
- Combines formal programming with informal co-living and co-working dynamics