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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