Workshops-in-Residence

If you’re looking for a week-long residency-like experience at MASS MoCA with a great instructor to help you reach new heights and without the angst of a highly competitive application process for a self-directed residency, check out our workshop-in-residence opportunities. They come with all of the benefits of a private 24/7 studio space, private bedroom, and open access to MASS MoCA's galleries, with the added benefit of a workshop-style framework and guidance from a professional in the field.

We also welcome to the Studios, on a very limited basis, self-directed artist groups (must be 10 members) looking for a week-long artist retreat. These have similar perks, just without the instructor.

Read below for upcoming Workshop descriptions, and email studios@massmoca.org to inquire about workshop or retreat opportunities. 

2024 SEASON

Wood Carving & Puppet Design
June 6 - June 10, 2024
Space is available
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Boiler House Poets
October 7 - October 13, 2024
Open by invitation only
Details below

Creating Time & Space: A week of mindful making with Joanne Dugan
October 15th - October 21st, 2024
Class is full: Waitlist only
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Abstraction Master-Class with Judith Kruger
October 23rd - October 29th, 2024
Space is available
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Writing through Art: Poetry Retreat with Jan Freeman
October 31st - November 6th, 2024
Space is available
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Visual Artist Independent Study & Critique: with Debi Pendell
Session 1: November 8th - November 14th, 2024
Session 2: November 16th - November 22nd, 2024
Space is available. Participants may sign up for one or two weeks.
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Email studios@massmoca.org to inquire about attending any of our workshops.