Free exhibition space for art and culture events

Our City of Culture, an initiative of Voluntary Arts Ireland and the Verbal Arts Centre, invites amateur groups to make their own contribution to the 2013 celebrations by putting on a special event or performance in the historic Verbal Arts Centre on the city walls.

Kevin Murphy, Chief Officer of Voluntary Arts Ireland, said: “Our City of Culture is a fantastic opportunity for amateur groups to get involved in 2013 and to showcase to the wider public what it is they do. Much of the amateur arts activity that currently happens in the city does so behind closed doors, this initiative will shine a spotlight on local arts activities, giving them a much needed platform to play their part in the City of Culture celebrations. We are very thankful to the Verbal Arts Centre for opening their doors and we look forward to seeing what groups will come up with.”

James Kerr, Director of the Verbal Arts Centre, said: “We’re tremendously excited to be involved in this initiative. 2013 is the start of a new chapter for the city, it will be a year of new stories and new discoveries and we want to ensure that the amateur arts are at the heart of the celebrations with the opportunity to tell their story to the world.”

The next scheduled events as part of Our City of Culture involve a day celebrating Indian Culture, a miniature version of 72 Hour Urban Action and a 3 day celebration of the story of Barman Duffy, one of Londonderry’s famous characters from days gone by. Whatever your artform, if you would be interested in putting on an exhibition or performance please get in touch to arrange a chat, all events will be considered. Email [email protected] or call the Voluntary Arts Ireland offices on 02871 272501. Spaces are limited so submit ideas as soon as possible.