Please join us for the Africa and the World Arts Symposium, taking place October 15–17 in Belleville, Ontario. This immersive three-day event invites the community to experience African culture through interactive workshops, academic seminars, a communal dinner, and a grand finale performance.
The interactive workshops offer participants a hands-on introduction to batik making, African drumming, dance, spoken word poetry, and traditional storytelling. Led by professional artists and heritage keepers, these sessions offer a deeper understanding of African culture while highlighting global connections. A standout percussion workshop will bring together African, Indigenous, and European drums to explore shared rhythms, inviting participants to share their own cultural histories and experiences with percussion.
October 15-17, 2026
Various locations including the Library, Quinte Arts Council, and Fish & Game Club
Register at Eventbrite: African Artshttps://www.eventbrite.ca/o/african-arts-institute-75518302443 Institute
Highlights of the Event:
- Batik, collage, and spoken word poetry workshops
- Artist talks on drumming, filmmaking, and writing
- African fusion and contemporary dance workshops
- Community dinner included with concert ticket
We look forward to seeing you there and sharing exceptional music and wonderful company.
Find more details about the event at https://africanartsinstitute.com/symposium/
Event venue
Belleville Public Library and John M. Parrott Art Gallery, 254 Pinnacle St, Belleville, ON K8N 3B1, Canada
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