Woodstock Byrdcliffe Guild

I recommend this residency for those who are a good match. Program staff are very supportive and the campus is in a beautiful location in Upstate NY. However, many of the facilities are run-down. Granted, the buildings are 120 years old which adds to the rustic charm. Its history is what attracted me to the program. Some of the buildings have been renovated but there are others that need attention. It is my hope that the program will receive more funding to improve the living quarters. There are also some issues with spiders and squirrels in the facilities. Overall, the folks that run Byrdcliffe and the artist residents were wonderful. I believe my residency occurred during an administrative transition and a reason for some of the challenges I encountered. This residency has great potential and is worth attending for those who are a good match.