About the Open Call

In cooperation with the History of the Ruhr Foundation, Urbane Künste Ruhr offers three three-month residencies for 2026. The program targets artists whose practice involves research and engagement with archives. Residents gain access to the Library of the Ruhr and the foundation's archives. The residency focuses on themes like mobility, institutional critique, and context-specific practices, with the potential for project inclusion in a 2027 public program in Duisburg.

What is Offered

A gross artist's fee of 5,000 EUR, workspace at the foundation, coverage of one arrival/departure trip, provided accommodation in Bochum, and reimbursement of public transport costs for research.

Requirements

Professional artists with a research-based practice and interest in archives. Artists must spend at least 75% of their time in the Ruhr area during the stay (September 1 to November 30, 2026).

How to Apply

Submit application documents via the online form at https://www.urbanekuensteruhr.de/en/forms/open-call-2026. Required documents include a project summary, a 3-page project description, a 1-page CV, and a portfolio (max 10 pages), all compiled into a single PDF (max 8 MB) named first name_last name.