Apply for the Saari Residence in August 2015
The Saari Residence is a tranquil facility and a fruitful meeting point for artists and researchers.
The residence offers Finnish and non-Finnish artists, critics and translators the chance to work intensively for a period of two months in a relaxed countryside setting from September to April. Artistic groups may also apply for use of the residence´s facilities for limited periods of time from May to August.
Each resident is provided with an apartment and workroom. Kone Foundation provides monthly grants (2,350 or 2,700 euros/month) for the duration of the residency period. Groups can apply for grants to compensate for expenses.
The Saari Residence strives to take accessibility into consideration in its operations. One of the apartments has been renovated to be entirely accessible. The workspaces in the manor barn are also accessible. More information about the accessibility of the residence.
Application period for residencies in 2016 is from August 1 to August 31.
More information about how to apply.
