Interested in applying to* or learning more about the Recology Artist in Residence Program?
*Attending the Recology San Francisco Artist in Residence Tour is a requirement for artists interested in applying to the AIR Program.
On this tour you will:
Learn about Recology, our programs to reduce landfill waste, and how to properly compost and recycle.
Learn about the Artist in Residence Program, including program history, how to apply, and work made by former artists-in-residence.
Meet the current artist(s) and hear about their experience.
A few things you will see are:
The art studios and in-progress work of current artists-in-residence.
The Household Hazardous Waste Collection Facility.
The Public Reuse and Recycling Area, where artists scavenge their materials.
*This tour does NOT include a visit to Recycle Central at Pier 96 where bottles and cans are sorted.
Tour Requirements (please read carefully):
All attendees must sign a release of liability form upon arrival. Children under 18 years of age must have a waiver signed by their legal parent or guardian in order to participate.
For safety reasons, tours are not allowed for children under nine years of age.
Proper safety equipment (including hard hats, vests, and/or safety glasses) must be worn at all times. Recology will provide safety equipment.
Attendees must wear closed-toe, comfortable walking shoes (no sandals).
Please note:
This tour is REQUIRED for artists interested in applying to the residency program. The Recology Public Tour will NOT fulfill this requirement.
Tours may include a walk up three long flights of stairs and walking on uneven surfaces and hills.
Certain areas of the facility may be extremely slippery.
Tours involve loud noises, strong smells and dust.
Tours may be canceled or modified if it is raining.
Tours take approximately two hours to complete; visitors must be able to complete the entire tour.
If you are interested in visiting Recycle Central at Pier 96 please visit our Recology Public Tour page for more information.
Commercial Businesses in San Francisco:
Please call 415-330-1300 to learn about tours offered specifically for commercial businesses in San Francisco including office buildings, hotels, restaurants, hospitals, shopping centers, and large commercial and residential properties. If you are with a business located outside of San Francisco, or have a party of greater than five, please feel free to sign up on the Recology Public Tour.
School Field Trips:
Tours for San Francisco schools are scheduled through the San Francisco Department of the Environment.
Please note: we are unable to accommodate schools from outside of San Francisco at this time. Please refer to Stop Waste in Oakland, or ReThink Waste in San Carlos.
Private Tours and Special Interests:
Private tours and presentations may be offered for special interest groups, or for large groups with a minimum of 16 people. They are reserved on a first come, first served basis and are dependent upon availability. Please call 628.224.0938 for more information.
FAQs
Are there ID or minimum age requirements to enter the event?
Tour participants must be at least nine years old.
What are my transportation/parking options for getting to and from the event?
Only street parking is available at the Transfer Station, but it is generally plentiful. Please do not park in the employee parking lots located on the facility.
What should I bring into the event?
Closed-toe shoes (tennis shoes, sneakers, or boots), a reusable water bottle, and layers for the outdoor portion of the tour.
May I contact the organizer with any questions?
Please email Ailsa Harju at AHarju@Recology.com with any questions.
Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?
No. Just check in on one of our iPads upon arrival.
