Dear Community Members,

We are thrilled to extend an invitation to you for an open forum regarding the inaugural Arts & Culture Festival by the Essex River Cultural District made possible by the Mass Cultural Council. This event marks a significant milestone in our community's cultural journey, and we are eager to share our vision, gather insights, and invite participation from across our vibrant community.

Date: Saturday January 27th 2024

Time: 11am

Location: Essex Shipbuilding Museum - Waterline Center 66 Main Street, Essex

Purpose of the Forum:

Inform the Public:We will talk about the cultural district and preliminary plans for a festival to celebrate culture in Essex.

Seek Artists and Cultural Bearers: This is a call to artists, musicians, craftsmen, and culture bearers who wish to participate in the festival. We encourage local talents to showcase their work and contribute to the festival’s diversity and vibrancy.

Form a Planning and Implementation Committee: We aim to assemble a dedicated committee to ensure the festival's success. We invite those interested in contributing their skills in event planning, coordination, and implementation to join us.

This forum is more than just a meeting; it's the beginning of a collaborative effort to create an event that reflects the unique spirit of our community. We believe that the Essex River Cultural District's First Arts & Culture Festival has the potential to become a landmark event, celebrating the creativity and cultural richness that Essex is known for.

We look forward to your valuable participation and input. Together, let’s make this festival a memorable and impactful celebration of art and culture in our community.

Warm regards,

KD Montgomery

Essex River Cultural District Committee

kd@essexshipbuilding.org

P.S. Please feel free to share this invitation with anyone in the community who might be interested in contributing to or participating in the festival. Let's come together to make this event a grand success!