The Valles Caldera National Preserve is one of more than 50 NPS sites that currently host an Artist in Residence program. Selected artists participate in a two- to four-week residency in historic lodging on-site. Lodging is provided to the artist in exchange for one public art program and one donation of an original piece of art inspired by the residency. Artists are responsible for their own transportation to and from the park, but the National Park Service provides a vehicle for on-site use. Artists are responsible for their own meals; the nearest grocery store is about 35 minutes away in the town of Los Alamos.