We are fortunate to have creative people in Peterborough who have ideas. The idea is the starting point, and then it takes people with a variety of skills and dedication to have the faith and courage to carry out these ideas. The Peterborough Art Prize was an idea conceived by Willem and Judith Kempen. With support from volunteers, this 10-day exhibition has grown into one of SA's best Art Prize events. Local ladies Mary Martin, Judy Evans and Valda Graefe then had an idea "Why don't we build a whole festival around the Art Prize?" The idea gained support and the Peterborough Art & Cultural Festival came into being.

The aims of the Art &

Cultural Festival are:

To help residents of Peterborough recognise and acknowledge the local talent that exists in our community (in all its forms).  To encourage the community to think positive and participate in new activities. To take pride in our abilities and achievements.  To promote Peterborough, as we have a lot to offer both residents and visitors alike. The Festival is held around Easter annually and is supported by the District Council of Peterborough & local sponsors (businesses and individuals).                                                       

Peterborough Art &

Cultural Festival Dates

•2018   23rd March - 2nd April •2019   13th April - 22nd April •2020   4th April - 13th April •2021   26th March - 5th April

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