2024 Cultural Summit: Creating Unforgettable Experiences

Join us for Huron County’s 2024 Cultural Summit! Expect a day of creativity and inspiration at the Bayfield Town Hall. Connect with fellow artists, creators, cultural enthusiasts and community event hosts as we explore the theme Crafting Unforgettable Experiences: Elevating Arts, Heritage, and Culture in Huron County. Hear best practises, participate in peer-to-peer discussions and enjoy networking opportunities. Don’t miss out on this exciting event – secure your spot today!

Agenda

Registration, networking, opening remarks

9:15-10 a.m.

Collaboration in Action: Enhancing Rural Community through Partnerships

9:15-10 a.m.

Giuliana Giancotta, Project Manager, Community Projects, Recreation and Culture, Town of Caledon, presents on the importance of creating partnerships to promoting arts and heritage, to fostering tourism, and to engaging the local community in rural events.

Peer to Peer: Event Design, Planning and Programming Essentials

10:20-11:20 a.m.

Explore strategies for designing events that are engaging, accessible, and culturally relevant. Integrating local heritage and arts into event programming. Strategies for involving local businesses and volunteers. Preserving cultural heritage while planning for and promoting sustainability.

Developing Community Champions

11:20-11:50 a.m.

Hear about how advocates and leaders are fostering cultural engagement in their communities,

Lunch Break

11:50 a.m. – 12:50 p.m.

Information to follow.

Best Practices and Innovation

12:50-2:30 p.m.

Peer-to-PeerPresentations: Maintaining an authentic rural identity while leveraging modern technology Sustainable event planning. From trends to practice. Exploring how digital tools can enhance rural cultural experiences Creating and maintaining an engaging online presence.

The Huron Tract: Commemoration Project 2025-2027

2:30-3:15 p.m.

Event Ideas Exchange. Collaborations and Partnerships.

Closing Remarks

3:15-3:30 p.m.