Artweeks History
Oxfordshire Artweeks began in 1982. The idea of artists inviting the public into their homes and studios proved so successful that it has been replicated all over the UK. Artweeks is run by a board comprising artists and other professionals who volunteer their time and expertise. Funding comes from the artists’ membership and Festival entry fees plus other sources such as local authority funding, sponsorship and donations.
Artweeks 2008 receives support from a number of arts organisations, councils and regional businesses, including OXLink, D’Overbroeck’s College, Knight Frank, West Oxfordshire District Council, and Oxford Castle.