CHEYENNE, Wyo. – June 9, 2026 – The Wyoming Arts Council and Wyoming State Parks invite the public to attend a series of Artist in Residence programs taking place throughout June at Wyoming State Parks.

The Wyoming Artist in Residence Program places artists in state parks across the state, offering visitors an opportunity to engage with artists, observe the creative process, and participate in public programs inspired by Wyoming's landscapes, history, and communities.

During each residency, artists spend three days immersed in their surroundings before presenting a public program on Saturday. Programs may include demonstrations, workshops, performances, readings, or discussions.

Upcoming residencies include:

• June 10–13 – Medicine Lodge State Archaeological Site: Aubrey Edwards (Laramie, visual art)

           Public Program: Saturday, June 13 at 10 -11:30 a.m.
           Location: Petroglyph Cliff

• June 17–20 – Hot Springs State Park: Breanna Whitlock (Buffalo, visual art)

           Public Program: Saturday, June 20 at 2 - 3 p.m.
           Location: Pavilion

• June 24–27 – Sinks Canyon State Park: Marge McCrea (Rawlins, visual art)

           Public Program: Friday, June 26 at 2-4 p.m. and Saturday, June 27 at 10 a.m. - noon and 2 - 4 p.m.
           Location: Visitor Center

The 2026 Artist in Residence Program has expanded as part of Wyoming's commemoration of America's 250th anniversary, featuring artists in visual art, music, dance, performance art, and creative writing.

Visitors are encouraged to follow individual park social media pages for additional program details and updates.

Wyoming State Parks and the Wyoming Arts Council are programs within the Wyoming Department of State Parks and Cultural Resources, which provides recreational, cultural, and educational opportunities to improve communities and enrich lives. 

For more information about the Artist in Residence Program, visit the Wyoming Arts Council at http://wyomingartscouncil.org.

Learn more about Wyoming State Parks at http://wyoparks.wyo.gov or follow @WyomingStateParks on Facebook for updates on upcoming events and programs statewide.

Figure 1: High Iron by Aubrey Edwards of Laramie, image courtesy of the artist. Figure 2: Still Here by Breanna Whitlock of Buffalo, image courtesy of the artist. Figure 3: Geode Basket by Marge McCrae of Rawlins, image courtesy of the artist.

Contacts: 
Rachel Clifton, (307) 256-0500; This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. 

Christina Bird, (307-631-1110); This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.