City of Dunfermline Book Festival

Constitutional objectives

The organisation's purposes are to advance the arts, heritage, culture and education for the public benefit by: organising and promoting an annual book festival and related literary, cultural and educational events in the City of Dunfermline and the surrounding area. encouraging participation in literature, reading, writing and storytelling by people of all ages and backgrounds. supporting and promoting established, emerging and local writers, illustrators and other creative practitioners. celebrating and interpreting the literary, cultural and historical heritage of Dunfermline through events, exhibitions, talks, performances and community activities. increasing public access to literature, learning and cultural experiences through an inclusive, accessible and place-based programme. and fostering community engagement, creativity and lifelong learning by bringing together residents, visitors, schools, community organisations and cultural partners through shared literary and cultural experiences.