At Art In Residence, we acknowledge the first peoples who called this valley home. We value the indigenous communities here in the Antelope Valley, including the Tataviam, Vanyume, Chemehuevi, Serrano, Kawaiisu, and Kitanemuk peoples for their initial stewardship of the land, and continued presence here today. We recognize our position as guests on this land and seek to move conversations, which highlight Native voices, stories, and perspectives forward.

Here at Art In Residence we consult with site owners and environmental organizations to install artworks and welcome visitors in a manner in which the exhibition implements minimum impact practices. Our Exhibitions are located in one space and limit public roaming to the exhibition space. We ask all visitiors to stay within the exhibition space and to not roam into the open desert landscape to help preserve the wildlife habitat of the High Desert. We encourage visitors to follow official Leave No Trace guidelines: Plan ahead and prepare, walk on designated paths, dispose of waste properly, leave what you find, respect wildlife, don’t smoke, and be considerate of other visitors.

Art In Residence offers access points, pathways, and parking to minimize impact on the land as well as a restoration plan to ensure minimal impact on the landscape.