After a successful residency in Havana, Cuba, in 2024,
Casa Caché is expanding its mission of fostering artistic excellence and cultural exchange by bringing the next residency to Mérida, a city rich in Mayan heritage and contemporary
artistic vibrancy.

Casa Caché will accept Applications from

March 9 – April 30

For the Summer 2025 International Artist-in-Residence Program

Mérida, Yucatán, México

Below are the application requirements and additional information to provide you with a better understanding of the residency:

Application Deadline: Wednesday, April 30, 2025 (11:59 pm C.T.)

Recipients will be Announced: May 9th

Residency Duration: (June 9th - June 29th, 2025)

About the Residency: Casa Caché Mérida will provide selected artists, curators, writers, and researchers with a unique opportunity to immerse themselves in a culturally rich environment, engage with the local creative community, and develop their practice in a city known for its dynamic art scene, historic architecture, and deep-rooted traditions.

Why Mérida? : Casa Caché is expanding its mission of cultural exchange by bringing the residency to Mérida, Yucatán, Mexico—a city where pre-Hispanic history, colonial heritage, and contemporary art intersect. With its thriving art scene, nearby Mayan ruins, and a community deeply connected to its indigenous roots, Mérida provides a unique setting for creative exploration.

Accommodation & Studio Space: Residents will stay in a renovated colonial-style home in the García Ginerés neighborhood, just five minutes from Mérida’s city center and directly across from Parque de las Américas, one of the city’s most iconic parks. The house provides artists with private bedrooms featuring en-suite bathrooms, as well as shared communal spaces, including a fully equipped kitchen, dining area, outdoor gardens, and pool.

Artists will also have access to a shared studio space for their projects. While individual exhibitions are not guaranteed, Casa Caché is committed to promoting artist visibility through open studios, studio visits, and networking events with local curators, collectors, and art professionals.

Residency Expectations: Casa Caché fosters an environment for deep focus and collaboration. Quiet hours from 11 PM - 7 AM must be respected, ensuring a productive and peaceful space for all residents and the surrounding community.

Covered by Casa Caché:

• Private bedroom with a private restroom

• Utilities

• Access to the artist studio and digital print studio (printing costs apply)

• Transport to and from the airport

• Daily breakfast

• 3 communal dinners

• Access to WiFi

• Casa Caché merch bag

• Artist reviews by local curators

• Guided tours

• 5 optional day trips

• $750 USD stipend for personal use.

Covered by Participant:

• Travel expenses (flights, visas, travel insurance)

• Daily meals (outside of breakfast and communal dinners)

• Materials and supplies

Application Process:

Step 1: Make a $50 USD donation to Casa Caché and provide proof of donation with your application email (receipt, screenshot, etc.).

**** The application fee is waived for artists applying from Cuba. ****

Step 2: Submit your application as a single PDF file, titled "application.name.surname", to info@casacache.com including:

• Contact Information (name, email, address, website)

• Portfolio with 10 images of recent works (for visual artists)

• CV (maximum 2 pages)

• Artist Statement (maximum 300 words)

• Letter of Intent (maximum 500 words) detailing your goals for the residency and why Mérida aligns with your practice

For video/sound-based works: Include a link to your work along with a brief description.

For writers:

• Submit a maximum of 10 pages from a book, short stories, essays, or articles.

• Include a cover page listing the title, year, and publisher of each piece.

• If available, include links to published versions.Application Process

Eligibility: Open to visual artists, curators, writers, and researchers 18 years or older with a valid passport. Participants must be able to travel to Mexico and comply with any visa requirements.

For additional details reach out to us at info@casacache.com. We look forward to reviewing your applications and welcoming a new cohort of artists to Mérida in 2025!