Dumfries and Galloway Cultural Partnership

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Welcome! If you are looking for the Dumfries and Galloway Cultural Partnership, you are in the right place.

We’re working on building a new online home for the DG Cultural Partnership right now, but while that work is in progress, here’s a little bit about who we are, what we’re doing, and how you can get in touch with us.

About the Partnership

The Dumfries & Galloway Cultural Partnership (DGCP) is a collective of organisations working together to support and strengthen the region’s cultural life across arts, heritage, culture and creativity. We believe that culture matters to all of us, in every community in our region, and we’re looking forward to working together to build a shared vision for a thriving, inclusive and sustainable cultural future for Dumfries and Galloway.

Our core founding partners are:

As the DG Cultural Partnership develops we will share news of opportunities, support, collaborations and fresh ideas for the cultural sector in our region. The partnership will be of interest to anyone who is involved with or works in culture in our region – individuals, professionals and practitioners, public or private organisations, businesses, charities and community groups, and you, our audiences from across the region.

How can you get involved?

We will be announcing the thematic groups soon, they will be covering areas like skills, community, wellbeing, education, the visitor economy and more and they will provide an opportunity for engagement at all levels. These groups will be open to anyone passionate about arts, heritage or cultural life in Dumfries & Galloway. The work of developing these groups has already started and we have enjoyed a variety of great conversations at our recent inaugural event at Easterbrook Hall this Spring. We have taken all the feedback from that event and we’re using it to inform the next stages of development and planning.

Initially, while we build the website and put things in place, if you would like to register for news via email, please fill out the short form below. This will ensure you receive updates on progress and news from us.

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About DGCP

Our Values

  • Collaboration – We believe in working together across disciplines and communities
  • Inclusion – Everyone’s voice matters and culture should be accessible to all
  • Ambition – We’re proud of the region’s cultural talent and want to help it grow
  • Sustainability – Long-term thinking for cultural and community wellbeing
  • Connection – From hyperlocal projects to national partnerships, we champion connection at every scale

About the Dumfries & Galloway Cultural Partnership (DGCP)

The Dumfries & Galloway Cultural Partnership (DGCP) is a regional alliance dedicated to supporting, strengthening, and celebrating culture in all its forms — from arts and creativity to heritage and storytelling.

We believe that culture belongs to everyone and plays a vital role in shaping our communities, boosting wellbeing, building local economies, and telling the stories of this remarkable region.

Who We Are

DGCP brings together a wide network of organisations and individuals committed to making Dumfries and Galloway a vibrant place to live, work and visit. At the heart of the partnership are four founding partners:

  • Dumfries and Galloway Council
  • Dumfries and Galloway Museums and Heritage Network
  • DG Unlimited
  • South of Scotland Enterprise (SOSE)

Together, we are creating long-term plans, supporting cross-sector collaboration, and advocating for the value of culture at every level, from grassroots projects to national initiatives.

What We’re Working On

DGCP is currently focused on making plans to:

  • Share the Cultural Strategy for Dumfries & Galloway
  • Announce the Thematic Groups to engage and bring people together across sectors to explore big ideas and create meaningful change
  • Support the growth of sustainable, inclusive, and ambitious cultural activity across the region