Live where you create

As a fellow of the Grant Wood Art Colony, you'll be provided with housing during your residency. Bringing artists and scholars together in proximity and in community are important aspects of our program. We believe in fostering a creative home for our fellows through continued support of Grant Wood's decades-old vision to form a community of kindred spirits.

About the accommodations

Explore details about each location, including photos, descriptions, and amenities.

Colony House

The Colony House accommodates one full-time Fellow, short term visiting artists/guest lecturers, and the Grant Wood Art Colony administrative office. The full-time Fellow's accommodations include a separate staircase entrance, bedroom, and private bath. Furnishings are provided. The kitchen, dining area, and living room is shared with the director. Laundry is provided. There is a strict no pets policy.

Colony House
Iowa City, IA 52240

Benton Place

Benton Place (named after fellow Regionalist, Thomas Hart Benton) is a two bedroom apartment reserved for a full-time Fellow with a spouse or family. The private residence is located in a house adjacent to the administrative offices. The apartment includes two furnished bedrooms, living room, small kitchen, and bathroom. Please note, the photos reflect the current Fellow's furnishings, though basic furnishings are provided. There is a strict no pets policy.

Benton Place
Iowa City, IA 52240

Curry Place

Curry Place (named after fellow Regionalist, John Steuart Curry) is a one bedroom apartment for one full-time Fellow. The residence is private, in a house adjacent to the administrative offices. The apartment includes one bedroom, living room, office, newly-renovated kitchen, and bathroom. Basic furnishings, appliances, and household items are provided.There is a strict no pets policy.

Curry Place
Iowa City, IA 52240