Antigua and Barbuda to ride on Art and Culture Tour, explore creativity

The Tourism authority extended invitation to all the citizens to join them on a tour to explore the vibrant art scene with the Art Week Bus Tour.

24th of October 2024

Antigua and Barbuda to ride on Art and Culture Tour, explore creativity

The Tourism Authority of Antigua and Barbuda is all set to ride on the Art and Culture Tour on 28th November, 2024. This tour will include 5 stops at 8 venues, journeying and exploring the vibrant and creative art and culture of the island nation.

The Tourism authority extended invitation to all the citizens to join them on a tour to explore the vibrant art scene with the Art Week Bus Tour. From local galleries to cultural landmarks, the riders will get to enjoy all of those with insights from expert guides.

As per the details, this bus tour will start at 10 am and will be continued till 4 pm, offering an experience like no other to all the attendees. All the participants of this tour will gather together at the Meeting Point: Historic Redcliffe Quay, displaying one-of-a-kind creation crafted by the talented and local artisans.

This bus tour is a part of week-long celebration of Antigua and Barbuda Art Week 2024, scheduled to take place from 27th November to 3rd December 2024. This Art Week is a showcase of the vibrant arts and culture of twin-island nation.

The 2nd edition of the Antigua and Barbuda Art Week 2024 will feature art and fashion exhibitions, live performances from dance, music to spoken word, workshops and tours.

This Antigua and Barbuda Art Week 2024 will allow the attendees to delve deeper into various art forms through tours, workshops as well as interactive sessions led by artists.

The artists that will participate and showcase their creativity in the Art Week 2024 include:

  1. Maritza Martin
  2. Heather Doram MFA GCM
  3. Carol Gordon-Goodwin
  4. Zoe Carlton
  5. Stephen Murphy
  6. Kelly Hull
  7. Vincent Pryce Zifah
  8. Faye Edwards
  9. Artsy Yaadie
  10. Gilly Gobinet
  11. Simone Gordon
  12. Wakida Joseph
  13. Anfrenette Joseph
  14. Mako Williams
  15. Candi Coates
  16. Glenroy Aaron
  17. Emile Hill
  18. Mark Brown
  19. Guava De Art
  20. Elias Phillips.

The designers who will also participate in the Art Week 2024 are

  1. Launesha Barnes
  2. Garrett Argent Javan
  3. Odelia Deazle

The Tourism Minister, Charles Fernandez called Antigua and Barbuda Art Week, a great platform for showcasing all the incredible talent and creativity developed in the island nation. He added that this Art Week is a great avenue for all the artists to shine and provide immersive art experiences for all the participants.

Moreover, the artist namely, Heather Doram stated that Art Week has become a staple on the calendar of events of Antigua and Barbuda.