an annual eu event since 1985 reflects the cultural diversity within eu

An annual EU event since 1985Reflects the cultural diversity within EU.

European Capital of Culture

Umeå’s goals for the capital of culture year:Strengthen the peopleStrengthen the cityStrengthen the cultureStrengthen the northern regionStrengthen European collaborations

Culture is driving force for development and a springboard toward the municipality’s long-term growth targets – 200.000 inhabitants by the year 2050

Caught by [Umeå]A European marketing tour

Region AC3%

EU financing15%

EU, Melina Mer-couri foundation

4%

Culture and business sector

8%

Umeå municipality32%Foundations and

funds5%

Swedish Arts Council

3%

VisitSweden3%

State financing24%

Other municipalities3%Financing so far,

SEK 310,4 million(2013-03-25)

The programInspired by the 8

seasonsof the Sami people

Every season has:– A unique story– An opening ceremony– Activities and events– Recurring thematic projects– Festivals

The program year……is built on co-creation between Umeå2014, cultural organisations, associations, institutions and private initiatives

The program continues to grow and evolve on our

website:

www.umea2014.se

Would you like to get involved?

Contribute to the programme:

• Apply for co-financing• Apply for a Culture Boost• Crowdfund a projectOr…• Be a volunteer• Be an ambassador• Be a partner• Be seen in the Glass

House

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