Derry is harnessing energy and support to achieve a winning bid for UK City of Culture 2013. The bid is bringing together the creative energy of public and private sector agencies to build upon the outstanding physical, social and cultural achievements in the city with a focus on celebrating and debating the uniqueness of Northern Ireland during this celebratory year.
There are many ways of getting involved. Whether you are a cultural, educational, business organisation or a talented, interested or supportive individual, there’s a place for you in the year of culture.
There are many ways of getting involved. Whether you are a cultural, educational or business organisation or a talented, interested or supportive individual, there is a place for you in the year of culture.
To move forward with our bid, we are hosting a Cultural Workshop in the city on Wednesday, 20 January 2010 at the Playhouse, Artillery Street, from 10 am to 2 pm. Its a unique opportunity for the public to get involved in the bid and is aimed at interested in helping us move forward in developing the ideas we have received to date.
If you are interested in attending this event please register in advance - email
isobel.gartlan@derrycity.gov.uk
or Tel 028 71 365151 Ext 6933.
To find out more about the competition click on
www.culture.gov.uk