The Online Artist Archive is a historical record that collects biographical information on past and present artists and craftspeople from North Dakota and preserves it in an online database. It serves not only as a resource to those who request information about North Dakota’s contemporary artists, but also as a showcase of the state’s art history dating back to the late 19^th century. This record does not, at present, contain information on arts organizations.

How do I join?

Registration Form

The archive is open to past and present North Dakota artists who are current or former residents of the state. Participating artists must also be:

• a native of North Dakota, or have lived and worked as an artist in the state for a minimum of three (3) years.
• a professional or retired artist, having created original works on a regular ongoing basis and as a means of earning taxable income.
• at least 18 years of age, and not enrolled in high school or as a full-time undergraduate student at a college or university.