Venetian Workshop: A Creative Accelerator
Program Overview
The 21C Venetian Workshop celebrates the future—and your role in it—by unlocking insight, connection, and vision through immersive experiences.
Through the transformative power of the vibrant and historic city of Venice, the 21C Venetian Workshop offers a six-week program designed to cultivate the deeply human capabilities essential for today’s world. Surrounded by breathtaking beauty, rich cultural heritage, and the rhythm of life shaped by water and tides, participants explore new ways of thinking, imagining, and feeling.
Venice is undergoing a bold regeneration, emerging as a global hub of innovation and sustainability. Just steps from Italy’s leading incubator, it attracts forward-thinking organizations shaping the future. This setting, infused with thousands of years of culture and a way of life where food, family, and ritual matter, inspires deep reflection and imagination and helps galvanize personal priorities.
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Program Highlights
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Quick Details
- After College
- Career Break / Mid-Career
- During College
- Post High School
- Experiential Learning
- History
- Self-Discovery
- Study Abroad
Updated Jun 13, 2026
Program Details
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Locations
- Venice, Italy
Available Terms / Availability
- Years Offered
- Year Round
Eligible Nationalities
- All Nationalities
- This Program is also open to Group
Education Levels & Language
- Language
- English
- Education
- High school graduate, diploma or the equivalent (for example: GED)
Accommodation Options
- Apartment/Flat
Application Procedures
- Letters of Reference
- Phone/Video Interview
- Online Application
Age Requirement
18-30
Duration
- After College
- Career Break / Mid-Career
- During College
- Post High School
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FAQs
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Do I need prior arts experience?
No. The program welcomes individuals without previous arts education; a willingness to experiment and live in community is key.
Is the program offered outside Venice?
No. However there are several regional visits to other nearby UNESCO World Heritage sites.
How many people will be on my program?
You’ll be part of a small group of up to twelve participants, allowing for close collaboration and a more personal experience.
Where do participants come from?
All nationalities are welcome. We have hosted participants from Australia, Belgium, Ireland, the Netherlands, France, Italy, the U.S.A., and the U.K.
What is the primary language of instruction for the workshop?
The workshop is in English. A minimum level of English is required to participate. The program is designed for participants to acquire at least A2 Italian, which will inevitably include some Venetian dialect.
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