Studying Arts in Prince Edward Island

Art students pursuing their diplomas in Prince Edward Island will be encouraged by its cultural history.

Students choosing a term of study in Prince Edward Island will enjoy the Canadian Maritime setting featuring lush scenery and beautiful Atlantic shorelines. The province's vibrant culture has also served as a backdrop for various forms of artistic accomplishment.

Those studying arts courses in P.E.I. will enjoy time spent in the province made famous by Lucy Maud Montgomery's literary character Anne of Green Gables. The musical play based on the famous character has played at the Charlottetown festival annually for more than 40 years. Students may wish to locate specifically to beautiful Cavendish, which was featured in Montgomery's books and remains a seasonal tourist destination known for its beautiful, red-tinged sand.

Prince Edward Island's diverse musical influences enhance the fertile environment for pursuing arts diplomas, with styles such as Celtic, folk, Acadian, and contemporary rock contributing to the local music scene. The revered musical storyteller Stompin' Tom Connors nurtured his craft during his formative years in P.E.I.'s Skinners Pond.

While much of the island features a unique rural charm, some art students may be drawn to the provincial capital of Charlottetown. This city of about 60,000 is known as the historic setting of the Charlottetown Conference, which was the birthplace of Canadian Confederation. The province's culture is further influenced by its proximity to the other Canadian Maritime Provinces.