Arts Night Out! @ Kenise Barnes Fine Art Gallery

DaSilva Wata • September 10, 2026

Gallerists Meet-Up at Arts Night Out! @ Kenise Barnes Fine Art

Local gallerists, as well as artists and creative professionals, gathered on Thursday, July 16, for a special Gallerists Meet-Up edition of Arts Night Out! @ the Kenise Barnes Fine Art Gallery in Kent.

*Images above by: DaSilva Wata

Attendees enjoyed a classic charcuterie spread from 109 Cheese & Wine, as well as cookies, wine, and seltzers as they mingled and viewed the work on display in the gallery.

*Images above by: DaSilva Wata

*Images above by: Kenise Barnes

Gallerists were able to mingle with one another, talking about the work that goes into running a gallery, as well as the joy it brings, and meet with artists who may be interested in exhibiting in their space.

*Images above by: Kenise Barnes

*Images above by: DaSilva Wata

At the end of the night, attendees had explored Kenise Barnes Fine Art Gallery and made new connections at this special night dedicated to the local arts.


THANK YOU to everyone who attended this event and THANK YOU to the Kenise Barnes Fine Art Gallery for partnering with us to host this event!


Special THANK YOU to the Northwest Community Bank for sponsoring this event in 2026!


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