6 Writers in 2026:
A Global Residency Fellowship
La Maison Baldwin is proud to announce “6 Writers in 2026,” our next chapter in celebrating James Baldwin’s global legacy and amplifying the voices of Black writers around the world.
Building on the success of our centennial initiative, next year’s program will support six writers whose work reflects courage, creativity, and a commitment to truth. Fellows will live and write in residencies located across France’s cultural heartlands, the American South’s vibrant landscapes, and the creative hubs of Harlem and Paris — regions that shaped Baldwin’s life and continue to inspire new generations of artists.
Through time, space, and community, 6 Writers in 2026 offers fellows the opportunity to:
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Immerse themselves in environments rich with history and dialogue
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Exchange ideas across borders and disciplines
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Deepen their craft while contributing to a global literary conversation
This initiative honors Baldwin’s belief that art can change both the artist and the world. Join us as we continue to create spaces where creativity, community, and conscience meet.
From the serene streets of the South of France to the spectacular views of Georgia in the USA, each of our residency partnership locations offers a unique backdrop for writing and reflection.
These sanctuaries are not just places to live; they are communities where diversity of thought and expression are celebrated, providing the perfect setting for writers to hone their craft and produce work that resonates with audiences worldwide.
The Studios of Key West
APPLICATION IS CLOSED.
The Studios residency program grants nearly 40 artists each year the time and space to imagine new artistic work, engage in valuable dialogue and explore island connections. The Studios’ residency program is community-based and built upon the hope that visiting artists will take inspiration from Key West’s rich artistic past and present, and will engage with — and be inspired by — the remarkable people and culture that surrounds them.
La Napoule Art Foundation
APPLICATION IS CLOSED
La Napoule Art Foundation offers time and space for creative minds to engage in cultural interchange and meaningful work that impacts the world of the common good, by providing residency opportunities for accomplished and emerging artists from around the world.
The Camargo Foundation
APPLICATION IS CLOSED
Founded by American artist and philanthropist Jerome Hill (1905-1972), the Camargo Foundation fosters creativity, research, and experimentation through its international residency program for artists, scholars, and thinkers.