Explore Cape Town's Cultural Tapestry Through Marginalized Artists and Education

PRESERVING CAPE HERITAGE AND CULTURE THROUGH EXPLORING VISUAL ARTS AND EDUCATION

YOUTH COMPETITION

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PHOTOGRAPHY COMPETITION

HOW TO ENTER:

1) Take your picture,

2) Share your photo with us &

3) Let us know: why is the photo significant and what does it mean to you?

WIN by tagging us on Instagram or Facebook @ourcapetownheritage OR Whatsapp your picture and answer to +27 83 995 3609 OR email us with your photo and answer at info@ourcapetownheritage.org

The winning photographs from the selected high school students will be featured in a mini exhibition during one of our upcoming events.

MANDELA DAY WEBSITE COMPETITION

When you purchase our Tote Bags from our website store, you STAND a chance of winning a PRIZE hamper worth more than R1000!

TERMS & CONDITIONS:

*Delivery of the prize is subject to schedules of the delivery method

*All tote bag sales will be entered automatically

*One tote bag = one entry + bonus entry when joining our Email Registry (Find registry at the end of the page)

*Competition closes 20 September 2025. Winner announced on Heritage Day, 24 September 2025

Our sales aim to foster sustainability and further our mission of educating through art, preserving cultural heritage, empowering underrepresented artists, sharing diverse stories, engaging communities and youth, facilitating dialogue, and reclaiming narratives. We are committed to supporting small businesses and promoting their growth, which is why we partner with a local delivery service, Ish Courier.

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Our Mission

Our Cape Town Heritage (OCTH) is a registered non-profit organization that preserves Cape heritage and culture by exploring visual art and history through education. OCTH reclaims the narrative of Cape Town’s diverse heritage and cultures by 'decolonizing the art world' through accessibility and storytelling.

Our mission is to preserve the heritage and culture of the Cape by exploring visual art and history through educational and youth-focused initiatives. Reclaiming the narrative of Cape Town’s diverse heritage by 'decolonizing the art world' to enhance accessibility and storytelling. We are committed to empowering communities and marginalized artists by showcasing their artwork in engaging exhibitions and across our platforms.

Through the power of education and artistic expression, we seek to motivate future generations to recognize the importance of their cultural heritage and to actively preserve it, ensuring that these tales echo through time.

ABOUT US

PBO No. 930078605

*Section 18a certificate to be authorised , on request, when donating or sponsoring

PRESERVING CAPE HERITAGE AND CULTURE THROUGH EXPLORING VISUAL ARTS AND EDUCATION

EXPLORING HISTORY AND ART THROUGH STORYTELLING, ACCESSIBILITY AND EXHIBITIONS

EMPOWERING MARGINALIZED ARTISTS BY PROVIDING PRACTICAL SUPPORT TO SHOWCASE THEIR ARTWORK

EDUCATING AND INSPIRING COMMUNITIES TO EMBRACE CULTURAL HERITAGE

EXPLORING HISTORY AND ART THROUGH STORYTELLING, ACCESSIBILITY AND EXHIBITIONS

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VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

We welcome volunteers and frequently have openings for those interested in joining our expanding team. As a non-profit organization, we are committed to exploring opportunities for growth and development, ensuring we stay aligned with our mission.

As a nonprofit organization, we are committed to fostering a supportive and respectful environment for all our volunteers. It is essential to emphasize that every contribution made is entirely voluntary, aimed at advancing the mission and objectives of our organization. We value the time and effort that our volunteers dedicate, and we strive to ensure that their involvement is both meaningful and fulfilling. Our goal is to create a collaborative atmosphere where individuals can engage in activities that resonate with their passions while contributing to the greater good.

We appreciate the dedication of our volunteers and are grateful for their willingness to support our initiatives, which ultimately help us make a positive impact in the community we serve.