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For
nearly two decades, the Yukon Riverside
Arts Festival has helped establish
Dawson as the territory’s cultural capital.
Thanks are owed to the Klondike Institute of Art
and Culture for strengthening the arts in our
community and throughout the territory and the
artists who share their talents over the weekend
Have a fantastic time.
Wayne Potoroka
Mayor, Dawson City
As
Yukon’s Minister of Tourism and Culture,
it is my honour to welcome you to the
2019 Riverside Arts Festival.
With a wide array of workshops, lectures,
concerts and exhibitions, the Riverside Arts
Festival brings art into the open air and public
spaces, making it not just accessible, but
tangible.
This Discovery Day long weekend, I invite you
to witness Dawson’s waterfront and historic
venues come alive with Yukon’s unique brand
of northern expression and creativity.
Government of Yukon is proud to support the
Dawson City Arts Society and the Riverside
Arts Festival and we hold our hands up to the
enthusiastic and dedicated team of organizers
and volunteers who make it all possible.
I wish everyone a safe and enjoyable weekend.
Jeanie Dendys
Minister of Tourism and Culture