Feds Back Rural Artistic Endeavors: Million-Dollar Support for Two Regional Cultural Projects
Allocate financial resources for cultural initiatives within two specified districts - Financial Assistance for Artistic Initiatives in Two Districts
Want to see some real culture outside the cities? The government's got your back! The federal government is doling out a cool 1.5 million euros each to two districts in Saxony-Anhalt - Altmarkkreis Salzwedel and Landkreis Wittenberg.
" Keeping our cultural scene diverse isn't just about the big cities,” said Federal Cultural Minister Wolfram Weimer. “We gotta give small towns the love too."
The funding program "Aller.Land" is a nationwide initiative that's all about bringing culture, community, and democracy to life in rural areas that often miss out on the good stuff. With the backing of the federal government, various cultural, agricultural, and interior ministries, this program is aiming to boost social cohesion and democratic engagement in the countryside.
Wanna know how? Let's dive in!
Creativity and Discovery Galore
In Altmarkkreis Salzwedel, a decentralized youth art school offers space for young minds to brew their artistic creations. Four locations across the district are transformed into creative hubs, where kids can dive into all sorts of self-directed activities. No more watching TV or playing video games here!
Over in Landkreis Wittenberg, cultural network "Kobra” invites you on exploration tours that put the spotlight on local gems. From historic buildings to breathtaking landscapes, these tours result in artwork, photographs, and texts, which are then displayed in a digital map and an exhibition. Be a part of this local art movement and discover the hidden gems in your own backyard!
Building Communities, One Art Project at a Time
The aim of the program is to bring people together by harnessing the power of cultural and artistic initiatives in rural areas. With that, a total of 97 initiatives applied for support. The federal government is pumping a whopping 45 million euros into the project for the years 2025 to 2030. The states and municipalities will chip in with another 10% of the costs, making this a collaborative effort to enrich rural cultural offerings.
So, whether you're a budding artist, an enthusiast, or simply someone who values their community's identity, this program is for you!
Bottom Line
The "Aller.Land" program is on a mission to breathe new life into rural cultural landscapes across Germany. With an emphasis on fostering social cohesion, democratic engagement, and supporting creative initiatives, this program is a significant step towards ensuring that the countryside doesn’t miss out on the cultural action. Join the movement, get involved, and help shape the cultural tapestry of small-town Germany!
- The "Aller.Land" program, with its focus on vocational training for the youth, is planning to set up a decentralized art school in Altmarkkreis Salzwedel, aiming to promote education-and-self-development and foster creativity by offering a variety of self-directed artistic activities.
- In addition, the cultural network "Kobra" in Landkreis Wittenberg is organizing vocational training programs that focus on learning Through exploration tours, participants have the opportunity to discover local gems, create artwork, photographs, and texts, contributing to the community's cultural identity and social cohesion.
