Arts and Culture
Standard Bank ‘s investment in the arts in Africa spans over 40 years and we are proud to continue to support a variety of initiatives that both nurture young talent and showcase the rich diversity of our creative arts.
Our Arts Sponsorships and Visual Arts
The Standard Bank Art Lab
A bold new visual arts space located at Nelson Mandela Square.
Standard Bank Art Gallery
Situated at the bank’s headquarters in downtown Johannesburg, opened its doors to the public in 1990. It’s dynamic visual arts exhibition programme in keeping with the Standard Bank’s aim of promoting South African art and supporting cultural development and it is one of the few institutions in South Africa to host international exhibitions.
National Arts Festival
This annual event is Africa’s biggest and boldest art festival and the second largest in the world.
Standard Bank Young Artist Award
An annual award programme for artists who have demonstrated exceptional ability in their chosen field
Standard Bank Corporate Art Collection
The Standard Bank Corporate Art Collection stands as one of the country's most distinguished and comprehensive collections of its kind.
