Interdisciplinary Residencies in Switzerland

Arts at CERN

Based in Geneva, Switzerland

Arts at CERN is a pioneering artistic residency program that bridges the gap between the realms of art and science, offering artists of all disciplines the opportunity to engage with the cutting-edge research and community at the world's largest particle physics laboratory. This fully-funded residency provides a unique platform for artists to explore and be inspired by the complex world of fundamental science, fostering dialogues and creating new connections between artists and scientists. Through a variety of residency programs like Collide, Connect, Accelerate, and Guest Artists, Arts at CERN opens up opportunities for creative experimentation and inquiry, allowing artists to delve into the mysteries of the universe while contributing to a vibrant cultural exchange. Each residency is selected through open calls and a jury of cultural and scientific experts, emphasizing the program's commitment to innovation and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Atelier Mondial

Basel, Switzerland

Atelier Mondial is an international and interdisciplinary artist residency program in Basel, Switzerland, hosting guest artists from partner institutions worldwide in its seven studios for stays typically lasting three to six months. It provides live-in studios, stipends for living expenses, and opportunities for open studios and exhibitions at Salon Mondial. The program also offers grants to regional artists from Basel, South Baden, and Alsace for residencies abroad in fields like visual arts, literature, fashion & textiles, dance & performing arts, and curation.

CAN, Centre d'art Neuchâtel

CH-2000 NUECHATEL, Switzerland

CAN Centre d'art Neuchâtel is a leading Swiss art center in Neuchâtel dedicated to contemporary artistic creation, renowned for its spacious exhibition spaces, audacious programming, and collective management by artists, curators, and technicians. It produces site-specific exhibitions in close collaboration with artists from Switzerland and abroad, offering them visibility, curatorial support, financial backing, technical assistance, and promotional opportunities. While it serves as an experimental platform for novel works rather than a traditional residency program with fixed stays, it features artist activities at 'the Studio' and has hosted over 1,400 artists through more than 500 events since 1995.

The Embassy of Foreign Artists (EOFA) is an international residency program based in Geneva, Switzerland, established in , that welcomes artists, researchers, and cultural actors from around the world. The program provides logistical and financial support for creative development, with a focus on bridging artistic and scientific practices around themes such as imagination in research processes.

Embassy of Foreign Artists (EOFA)

Geneva, Switzerland

The Embassy of Foreign Artists (EOFA) is an international residency program based in Geneva, Switzerland. Established in 2012, the organization provides logistical and financial support to artists, researchers, and cultural actors from around the world. It offers a collaborative environment where artists can work on their projects, from initial development to final presentation, with a focus on fostering intercultural exchange. The program is open to various artistic fields, including visual arts, music, literature, and more. EOFA leverages its extensive network to facilitate the promotion and dissemination of residents’ work, often collaborating with local institutions to support projects long-term. The residency aims to bridge scientific and artistic practices, making it an ideal space for creative exploration. Geneva’s neutral stance and historical significance as a hub for intellectual and political dialogue make it a vibrant location for the intersection of art, science, and culture.

Fundaziun Nairs

Nairs 509, Switzerland

Name of Residency: Fundaziun Nairs – Künstler*innenhaus, Kunsthalle, KulturlaborThe residence is located in the historic bathhouse of the former spa town of Scuol-Tarasp on the banks of the Inn River. It comprises nine studios and bedrooms, a large kitchen, a fully equipped event hall, and exhibition rooms on three floors. Artists in residence have their own studio and bedroom (studio and bedroom separate or combined). In the evenings, all artists take turns cooking and eating together.The villa

Pro Helvetia

Zürich, Switzerland

Pro Helvetia's residency programme enables artists from Switzerland and regions covered by its liaison offices to spend up to three months immersed in a different daily context, offering possibilities for artistic exchange, reflection, and the emergence of new work, collaborations, and ideas.

Sasso Residency

Nucleo Vairano 12, Switzerland

Name of Residency: Sasso ResidencyWith a lot of love and almost no money, we play Casa Sasso on the east side of Lake Maggiore: a beautiful, carefully restored 17th century house. The area is characterised by a mass of holiday and second homes, far from urban structures. Distractions are few and far between: a good starting point to dedicate yourself to your project. You can apply in autumn for a one-month residency in the following year, which takes place between May and October.The Sasso Resid

Schloss Leuk

Leuk, Switzerland

Schloss Leuk is a cultural residency program based in a reconstructed medieval castle in Oberwallis, Switzerland. The foundation hosts various artistic and literary residencies, including the Spycher Literary Prize which offers a five-year right of residence for writers, and participates in electroacoustic music festivals and contemporary art projects.

TaDA - Textile and Design Alliance

Arbon, Switzerland

The TaDA – Textile and Design Alliance Residency offers a three-month residency for six creative professionals annually, welcoming both national and international artists to Arbon, Switzerland. This program facilitates collaboration with local textile companies, providing artists with accommodation, travel expenses, and a contribution to living costs. Residents work in the Kreativzentrum ZIK, a former textile and engine factory, gaining access to technology, infrastructure, and expert guidance. The residency aims to foster innovative projects and strengthen regional identity through artistic engagement with Eastern Switzerland’s rich textile and design culture. Residents present their projects at the public event “TaDA Spinnerei,” which includes discussions with international experts. The program encourages the development of new projects in various fields, including art, design, architecture, literature, and performing arts. TaDA is supported by the Cantons of Appenzell Ausserrhoden, St.Gallen, and Thurgau, along with various foundations and sponsors.

Verein Schloss Werdenberg

Städtli 31, Switzerland

Name of Residency: SCHLOSSMEDIALE IN SCHLOSS WERDENBERG A grant for a five-week residency will give three individually active artists the opportunity to develop new art at a location that is steeped in history, and to display, install or perform their work in the unique spaces of the castle in creative and open engagement with it.The works created will be shown in the castle during the Schlossmediale Festival.We are looking forward to welcoming artists who are ready to find inspiration for their

Villa Ruffieux

Sierre, Switzerland

Villa Ruffieux, established in 2011, is an artist residency located in the historical Château Mercier estate in Sierre, Valais, Switzerland. This residency provides a creative sanctuary for artists from diverse fields such as visual arts, music, literature, theatre, and cinema, including researchers and scientists. Artists are offered a unique cultural environment to focus on their projects, with the potential for engaging with the local community through public exhibitions and performances. The Villa promotes interdisciplinary collaboration and cultural exchange within its historic walls, supporting artists with accommodations, a personal workshop space, and a stipend, while they immerse themselves in their creative pursuits amidst the inspiring landscape of the Swiss Alps.

Villa Sonnenberg

Lenzburg, Switzerland

The Villa Sonnenberg Artist-in-Residence program, sponsored by the Villa Sonnenberg Foundation, offers professional artists a unique opportunity for creative and personal growth. Located in a historic Baroque villa in Lenzburg, Switzerland, the residency promotes intercultural exchange and international networking. Artists from all disciplines are invited to apply, with a focus on exploring themes such as generations and challenging social beliefs. The serene environment and supportive community provide an ideal setting for artists to find new inspiration and develop their work. Participants will enjoy modern amenities in a historic setting, including private rooms, shared studios, and common spaces for collaboration. The residency aims to create a vibrant artistic community where new approaches can be developed and shared. Artists will have the chance to publicly present their work at events in Lenzburg, fostering engagement with the local community.

Villa Sträuli

Winterthur, Switzerland

Kulturhaus Villa Sträuli in Winterthur, Switzerland, is a non-profit contemporary art center established in 1999 that offers tailor-made international artist residencies emphasizing interdisciplinary and intercultural exchange, diversity, and inclusion for artists, curators, and researchers of all disciplines and backgrounds. Residents receive professional curatorial, technical, and production support, integration into public programs, networking opportunities with local and international cultural scenes, and access to facilities including three autonomous studios with living spaces. Applications can be made directly or via partner institutions like Pro Helvetia, with residencies varying in duration from two months to several months depending on the program.

Villa Villekulla

Faucogney-et-la-Mer, Switzerland

Villa Villekulla is an artist residency in an antique house in the medieval village of Faucogney-et-la-Mer, France, offering spaces for living, studios, workshops, and exhibitions to facilitate slow living, serenity, and artistic processes. It emphasizes autonomy for residents, temporary communities, cultural discourse with the local environment, and constant transformation of the program. Residents cover ancillary costs of CHF 660 and maintain the facilities collectively.