About Us

The American Landmark Artists & Educators in Residence program began in 2020, during COVID, at a time when our communities needed connection more than ever. Through the program, American Landmark Apartments offers artists and educators no-cost housing for up to one year, along with a monthly stipend and studio space. In exchange, they lead weekly programming for the residents of their community.

Since then we've welcomed 56 artists, and today 32 artists live and work in American Landmark communities. On any given week, residents might be at a sip and paint or a portrait drawing night. Some neighbors have painted their own canvases for a collaborative installation in their clubhouse, while others have spent an evening building pendant lights. Our culinary artists teach cooking classes and host family events in the kitchen. Kids get art classes of their own. Our fitness artists lead weekly workouts, and one of our artists keeps a little library stocked for her neighbors. Outside the classroom, our muralists are painting breezeways, parking garages and stairwells floor by floor.

Our Educator in Residence program brings academic support to families right where they live. Our educators include a school instructional coach and a bilingual dyslexia therapist, offering homework help and test prep along with support for adults and English language learners.

The program gives artists a chance to give back to the communities and cities where they live. Residents and our management teams have embraced it, and we've watched art breathe life into spaces where there wasn't any before.

As the program expands to more American Landmark properties, we accept applications on a rolling basis.

Frequently Asked Questions

Artist-in-Residence Program

  • The American Landmark Artist-in-Residence Program provides selected artists with housing support in exchange for hosting creative programming and community events for residents. The program brings art, culture, wellness, and creativity directly into residential communities while supporting artists with stable living space.

  • We welcome applications from artists and creatives working in areas such as:

    • Visual arts

    • Mural arts

    • Culinary arts

    • Fitness and wellness instruction

    • Music and performance

    • Craft and creative workshops

    • Community arts programming

    We seek artists who enjoy working with people and are excited to engage with residential communities.

  • Selected artists receive:

    • Cost-free or subsidized housing at participating properties

    • Space to live and work while developing their practice

    • Opportunities to connect with new audiences and communities

    • Support from on-site property teams

    In exchange, artists provide programming and creative engagement for residents.

  • Artists typically host regular programming for residents, which may include:

    • Art classes or workshops

    • Fitness or wellness sessions

    • Culinary demonstrations or classes

    • Creative or cultural events

    • Community mural or beautification projects

    • Holiday or special community programming

    Programming schedules are developed collaboratively with property teams.

  • Residency length varies by property and program needs but typically ranges from several months up to one year, with opportunities for renewal depending on program success and community engagement.

  • Artists are selected based on:

    • Quality and originality of their work

    • Ability to engage with diverse communities

    • Teaching or workshop experience

    • Professional reliability and communication

    • Alignment with program values

    Community-minded artists who enjoy collaboration tend to thrive in the program.

  • The program operates across multiple American Landmark communities, including properties in Florida, Texas, Arizona, Nevada, and the Carolinas, with continued expansion planned.

  • Programming expectations vary by property, but artists typically host recurring classes or events throughout each month. Schedules are designed to be sustainable for artists while providing consistent opportunities for residents.

  • Residents gain access to creative, cultural, and wellness programming within their own community. The program encourages connection among neighbors while making arts and enrichment experiences convenient and accessible.

  • The program reduces housing costs while allowing artists to grow their practice, build audiences, develop teaching experience, and create meaningful community impact.

  • Artists can apply through the program website at: artistsalapts.com

    Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis as opportunities become available.

Educator-in-Residence Program

  • The Educator-in-Residence Program provides housing support for teachers and educators in exchange for offering educational programming, tutoring, and learning resources for residents within American Landmark communities.

    The goal is to increase access to academic support, language learning, and life-skills education directly where residents live.

  • We welcome applications from educators and professionals with experience in:

    • K–12 tutoring and academic support

    • English as a Second Language (ESL) instruction

    • Language teaching and conversation groups

    • Study skills and academic coaching

    • College and test preparation

    • Career readiness and life-skills education

    • Digital and financial literacy

    • Community education programming

    Educators who enjoy working with diverse communities and families thrive in the program.

  • Selected educators receive:

    • Cost-free or subsidized housing at participating communities

    • Dedicated time and space to serve residents

    • Opportunities to build community relationships

    • Support from property management teams

    In exchange, educators provide programming that benefits resident learners and families.

  • Programming varies by community needs and educator expertise but may include:

    • Homework help and tutoring sessions

    • Study and organization coaching

    • Language learning classes

    • College and workforce preparation workshops

    • Digital and financial literacy sessions

    • Family and parent education gatherings

    Programming schedules are developed collaboratively with property teams.

  • The program supports:

    • Students needing homework help

    • Adults seeking language or career support

    • Families looking for educational resources

    • Residents pursuing academic or career advancement

    The goal is to make education more accessible and convenient.

  • Educators are chosen based on:

    • Teaching or tutoring experience

    • Ability to work with diverse age groups and backgrounds

    • Reliability and communication skills

    • Community engagement mindset

    • Alignment with program goals

  • The program is launching in San Antonio communities, with planned expansion into South Florida, Arizona, and other American Landmark markets.

  • Residencies typically run several months to one year, with opportunities to renew based on program success and community engagement.

  • Applications are accepted through: artistsalapts.com

    Applications are reviewed as opportunities become available.

“When we dream alone it is only a dream, but when many dream together it is the beginning of a new reality.”

— Friedensreich Hundertwasser

Apply today to be considered for no-cost housing and studio space for up to one year.