Kootenay Gallery of Art Celebrates 50 Years with “50 Shades of Art”
The Kootenay Gallery of Art is thrilled to announce a milestone celebration marking its 50th anniversary with a full day of art, music, and community spirit. Entitled “50 Shades of Art”, the event takes place on Saturday, September 13th, from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM on the grounds of the Kootenay Gallery at 120 Heritage Way, across from the Castlegar Airport.
This vibrant celebration is free and open to the public, inviting art lovers of all ages to come together in honour of five decades of artistic inspiration and cultural impact in the West Kootenay region.
Highlights include:
Live Entertainment featuring a dynamic lineup of local musicians and performers
Outdoor Artisan Market showcasing the talent and creativity of regional makers
Dueling Easels where artists go brush-to-brush in fast-paced painting showdowns
“We’re excited to open our galleries and outdoor space to the entire community to celebrate this important chapter in our history,” says the Kootenay Gallery’s Executive Director, Joleen Kinakin. “It’s a chance to honour the artists, supporters, and visitors who have made the gallery a cornerstone of the local arts scene for 50 years.”
Mark your calendars and join us for a day filled with colour, creativity, and community at the Kootenay Gallery of Art.
VENDOR APPLICATIONS
Calling all artisan and artist vendors!Come help us celebrate our thriving visual arts community and be a part of our festivities. Join us on Saturday, September 13th. Vendors are invited to apply to be a part of our outdoor market, from 11 am to 5 pm. To apply please download the fillable pdf form, and email it to kootenaygallery@telus.net. We look forward to seeing you there!
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