Celebrating its 35th year, The New World Festival of the Arts will be held on the waterfront in downtown Manteo. This local favorite two-day festival will exhibit original works from over 75 artists, with over a dozen artists new to this established event. Exhibitor works include: watercolors, oil & acrylic, drawing, photography, jewelry, sculpture and pottery. The juried outdoor show is free, family oriented and open to the public.

A shuttle bus located at College of The Albemarle’s Roanoke Island Campus on Highway 64 will be available for transportation to the Manteo Waterfront area. Free parking and free shuttle service is being provided by Dare County.

The New World Festival Of The Arts is presented by PNC Bank, hosted by Dare County Arts Council and sponsored by the Town of Manteo. Ace Hardware, Village Realty and SAGA Development & Construction sponsor exhibitor awards. For more information, visit the Dare County Arts Council website, email dareartsinfo@gmail.com or call 252-473-5558.