We have an organic peach orchard of 80 trees. We have a simple garden with plots used for herbs and vegetables. Since the mid 70's, we have experimented with greenhouses , and find that they work in the desert as a moisture retaining system. Our agricultural program, however, is rather limited, and the learning and work opportunities depend greatly on the season. The remainder generally have some sort of liberal arts education, and come to Arcosanti because they are interested in ecology or architecture.
Most residents are in their twenties or thirties.
However, every decade up to 80 has at least one representative. We are always looking for good people to help with the project, and may have either volunteer or paid staff positions available after a workshop in the Visitor's Center, Caf , Bakery, Foundry, Ceramics or for the architectural office or construction site. Please be aware that Arcosanti cannot guarantee employment after the workshop. Many people at Arcosanti have their own professions, such as sculpting, jewelery making, writing, micology and Website design, to name a few. But everyone living on site must work at least 40 hours per week in the building, maintenance, or administration of Arcosanti.