Umtiza Arts Festival

Amathole Museum hosts the Umtiza Arts Festival annually from May to June, providing a platform to celebrate arts, culture, heritage, creativity, and community participation.

Through the Umtiza Arts Festival, Amathole Museum continues to strengthen its role as a centre for arts, culture, heritage, education and community engagement, while creating opportunities for artists and creatives to connect with wider audiences.

The festival program includes a variety of activities designed to engage artists, learners, families, cultural practitioners, and the broader community. These activities include:

Art Exhibitions

Showcasing visual artworks and creative talent from local artists, students and community practitioners.

Art Workshops

Providing practical opportunities for participants to develop and strengthen their artistic skills.

Family Market Day

Creating a platform for artists, crafters, entrepreneurs and community members to showcase and sell their products.

Online Talks and Dialogues

Facilitating discussions on art, culture, heritage and contemporary social issues

Chess Tournament

Promoting strategic thinking, recreation and community participation among young people and other chess enthusiasts.