Celebrating 35 Years
in 2020!

Cultivating understanding, connectivity, and leadership through artistic inquiry.
We believe in the power of art to shape society. Since 1985, SFAI has engaged over 5,000 artists, activists, and creative practitioners of all disciplines – connecting the local and global, and responding to the most pressing issues of our times.

2020 Labor Residency

67 ARTISTS
21 COUNTRIES
38 DISCIPLINES

Our Location

Located on the Midtown Campus since 1999!

 

SFAI Alumni Trips

Curious travelers meet SFAI international alumni for fun and informative trips!
SFAI-AT-Greece
SFAI-AT-Colombia

2020 STORY MAPS FELLOWSHIP OPEN HOUSE

Thursday, March 5 / 5:30PM / SFAI
Applications are open / Deadline is March 15!

Open Calls

2021 Revolution Residency

Applications are now open, deadline to apply is April 1!

Platform Event: Engaging the Ethics of Production and Consumption / February 21 / SFAI

Platform bridges art and social engagement with interactive works and participatory experiences co-created by SFAI staff and artists-in-residence.

Midtown Site

What would a thriving Midtown district look like if we collectively invested in the artistic talent, distinct expressions, and creativity of our own community?