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Art, Not Apart
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Genre Contemporary Arts Festival
Frequency Annually
Location(s) Canberra
Inaugurated 2011
Website http://artnotapart.com/

Art, Not Apart is an exciting annual arts festival held in Canberra, Australia. It's a special event where artists can show off their amazing work. It also helps them connect with people from the community. This festival is a big celebration of modern art and creativity.

What is Art, Not Apart?

Art, Not Apart is a vibrant festival that brings together many different art forms. Imagine a day filled with creativity! You can explore art exhibitions and watch live performance art. There are also many music stages with different bands and DJs.

Festival Highlights

The festival features unique art installations. You might even see some "strange interventions" – these are unexpected art pieces that pop up! Besides the art, there's delicious street food to try. You can also relax at various cafes. The day often ends with a fun dance party. The festival aims to be truly unique and different from other events.

When and Where It Happens

Art, Not Apart usually takes place in mid-March. It's held on the Saturday after Canberra Day. The main location for the festival is NewActon in Canberra.

Growing Across Canberra

The very first Art, Not Apart festival happened in NewActon in 2011. Over the years, it has grown a lot. In 2015 and 2016, it expanded to include Westside Acton Park. This area used to be a temporary space made of shipping containers.

The festival now uses many other cool places around Canberra. These include The Shine Dome, which is home to the Australian Academy of Science. It also uses the National Film and Sound Archive (NFSA). Other venues include the Australian National University (ANU) and Albert Hall.

Festival's Impact

Art, Not Apart has become very popular. It started small but now attracts a huge crowd. Each year, over 15,000 people come to enjoy the festival. It's a fantastic way for young people to experience art and culture.

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