In Antigua and Barbuda, art, music, film and dance and will take over the twin-island paradise for seven days during the second annual, Antigua and Barbuda Art Week (ABAW) being held from November 27 – December 3, 2024 under the vibrant theme, ‘Culture in Colour’.
Live music and spoken word will fill the air, colourful and poignant displays of Antigua and Barbuda art will dot the landscape, dancers in bright, cultural wear will burst out at national landmarks, and inspired spectators will pick up paint brushes for interactive painting sessions with featured artists during the week.
During 100 days of Pepperpot Rum shop, we will create a public art trail that will utilize existing bus shelters as the canvas for a series of new art installations commemorating the splendor of this great island.
● Introducing a fresh outdoor public art trail spanning across the island utilizing existing bus shelters as the designated sites.
● A select number of artists will be commissioned to produce permanent public artworks, distributed strategically across the island.
● A homage to the cultural richness of Antigua & Barbuda
The creation process will run from May 2024 – November 2024.
RATIONALE FOR BUS STOPS AS INSTALLATION SITES
Our objective is to:
● Enhance accessibility for Antiguans by siting the artworks in locations frequented or passed by daily—a direct engagement with the populace.
● Enhance the comfort of bus stops for waiting passengers; select stops will be equipped with amenities such as Wi-Fi, seating, and waste receptacles.
● Foster tourism to lesser-explored areas of the island—expanding the visitor experience "beyond the beach."
● Promote local businesses situated near the artworks, encouraging tourists to patronise these establishments, thereby bolstering the local economy.
● Raise awareness of the importance of the island's bus service, a vital lifeline utilized daily by a significant percentage of the population.
The Pepperpot Rum Shop stands as a homage to the diverse tapestry of Antiguan & Barbudian life.