Let's gather together! It's time to register for Assembly.
Assembly is an artist gathering for USA Fellows and Artadia Award recipients from 2020-2026, offering opportunities to connect, share ideas, and reflect on their work.
Register for only one of the convenings, and hold the dates accordingly. We have limited capacity at each venue. Space is first come, first served. This invitation is personal and may not be transferred. Registration for Assembly closes June 30, 2026.
MASS MoCA
North Adams, Massachusetts
October 12–14, 2026
Pendry Hotel
Chicago, Illinois
June 16–17, 2027
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is this for?
Assembly is an invitation-only event, open to 2020–2026 USA Fellows and Artadia Awardees, as well as a select cohort of recipients of USA Initiatives partnership awards.
What can I look forward to?
At each Assembly convening, attendees can expect equivalent offerings for learning, collaboration, and connection.
Choose from curated presentations covering money matters for artists at various stages, protection of artistic work and legacies, as well as education on field-wide efforts to enshrine the economic rights of creative workers, and the state of the media.
Additional drop-in activities include collaborative jam sessions for sharing work, somatic exploration to reconnect with the body, and rest and reflection in a quiet writer’s lounge.
Finally, we’ll offer morning and evening keynotes with distinguished guests, and plenty of time and space to enjoy meals together.
When will the 2026 Assembly take place?
The 2026 Assembly takes place October 12–14, 2026. Arrivals will be on October 12. Main programming will be on October 13 and the morning of October 14. Departures will be after the morning on October 14.
When will the 2027 Assembly take place?
The 2027 Assembly takes place June 16–17, 2027. Arrivals will be on June 16. Main programming will be on June 17. If you choose to register for the June 2027 Assembly, we will be in touch with more information as the date approaches.
Can I attend both the 2026 and 2027 Assembly events?
No, invitees must choose one or the other. Please register for only one convening. Offerings will be similar at both Assembly gatherings. Due to capacity constraints at both locations, there will be a maximum number of registrations. Depending on demand, we may open a waitlist.
When and where do I register?
Registration is open now through June 30, 2026! Please reserve your spot via Eventbrite. The link has also been sent to your email. Please note that this invitation is personal and may not be transferred.
Where do I find out more?
Visit the FAQ page to learn about travel, accommodations, accessibility, and more. For any questions not addressed there, please email assembly@unitedstatesartists.org.
USA
United States Artists plays a pivotal role in America’s cultural ecosystem, advancing the well-being of artists through unrestricted funding and tailored professional services, amplifying artists’ work, and improving conditions that support their essential roles in society. Founded in 2005 and based in Chicago, IL, United States Artists has awarded over 1,000 individuals with over $50 million of direct support across its flagship Fellowship program and its special Initiatives.
Artadia
Artadia is a nonprofit grantmaker and nationwide community of visual artists, curators, and patrons. We elevate the careers of artists at pivotal moments in their practice and help strengthen their communities through a proven combination of recognition, grantmaking, community support, and advocacy. Since its founding in 1999, Artadia has awarded artists in seven program cities — Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Houston, Los Angeles, New York City, and the San Francisco Bay Area.
USA × Artadia
For over twenty years, both USA and Artadia have supported artists in the United States, as a counter to the challenges borne of our economic systems, and grounded in the view of cultural labor as integral to the national fabric and health of our communities. It is this shared vision that inspired our first collaboration in 2020 as part of a coalition of grantmakers during the COVID-19 pandemic. That initiative — Artist Relief — provided $25 million in grants to nearly 5,000 artists facing financial hardship due to the pandemic from April 2020 to June 2021. Our current collaboration is a natural extension of this relationship, coming together to provide essential support, capacity, and resources in a precarious time.