The Arts Council of Kern
2000 K Street, Suite 110
Bakersfield, CA 93301
Phone: (661) 324-9000
Fax: (661) 324-1136
kernarts@gmail.com
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Hours:
Open Tues-Fri, 9am-5pm
MISSION STATEMENT:
The Arts Council of Kern, in partnership with the California Arts Council and the County of Kern, promotes and supports the diverse arts needs in the region through advocacy, arts in education and technical assistance to local arts organization.
Downtown Trolley Now Running! Click here to download the new Arts & Culture brochure with map and trolley route. Find out what’s in the downtown Arts District with our new brochure! It has a color coded map that easily shows where the arts, culture, galleries, music, dance, public art and theater venues are in the district. Plus, arts related venues outside the district and visitors information is included as well. Look for the signs at designated trolley stops. This brochure is brought to you in partnership with the Arts Council of Kern and the Bakersfield Convention and Visitors Bureau. Trolley Hours: Monday to Friday 11-2pm Give the Gift of Art! 20% Off Holiday Art Shop Dec. 23rd and 24th What: • Original art • Hand-painted ornaments • Christmas cards, 2009 “Art of Cooking” calendar, note cards, holiday items, Christmas decor and many unique holiday items for the person who has everything! When: December 23rd, 2008, open from 11-5pm December 24th, 2008, open from 9 - 12noon Where: The Younger Gallery, 1430 Truxtun Ave, Suite 105, Bakersfield, CA 9330. Located in the Bank of America Tower Click here for press release The Arts Council of Kern presents:
To Malibu...  with Artist Joseph Yuhasz Transport yourself to the shores of Malibu with this incredibly talented out-of-town artist Joseph Yuhasz. Interior design provided by Jen Bowles of Retro-Active Gifts & Home Decor. And introducing the functional art of Mike Barker and Michael Wheat. Hours: 11:00 am to 5 pm Tuesday - Friday Location: Younger Gallery, 1430 Truxtun Ave. Ste. 105. For more info, call 324-9000 or kernarts.org Show Runs: Nov. 14 — Jan. 9, 2009 The Arts Council of Kern presents: The Art of Thailand with Artist Prapat Sirinanvarat The Arts Council of Kern is proud to present Prapat Sirinavarat as the showcasing winter artist at KCCU. An award winning artist in his native Thailand, Sirinavarat has exhibited throughout Southeast Asia, including India, Taiwan, and Japan. He is currently a local Bakersfield resident, with his family owning the restaurant Singha Thai. Do not miss the opportunity to view his inventive and intriguing paintings influenced by his native Thailand and his life in Kern County! Location: Arts Council of Kern Annex Gallery at Kern Central Credit Union at 2100 H Street Show Runs: Nov. 6 to Jan. 9, 2009 Don't Miss 2008 House Concert Mini Series
The House Concert Phenomenon is growing across this country and in Europe, as more and more people experience the satisfaction of a musical event spent "unplugged". The Arts Council of Kern is proud to present a series of three house concerts designed as a prelude to a 10-concert series being scheduled for 2009. Reservations are essential as space is limited! Details of concert venues will be given at the time of reservations. To reserve tickets to these concerts, call the Arts Council of Kern, 661-324-9000. Click here for 2009 dates The Arts Council of Kern presents: Ron and Nancy The Art of Ron Mead and Nancy Merrick The Arts Council of Kern is proud to announce the latest art exhibition at the Larry E. Reider Gallery, “Ron and Nancy”: The Art of Ron Mead and Nancy Merrick. The opening reception will be held on October 16, 2008, from 5:30pm-7:30pm. The series of watercolor paintings feature a soothing palette and the artistic eye that both Mead and Merrick are known for. Active members in the Kern County art community, Ron and Nancy have patiently waited for their own double show and we are thrilled to display their art. Join the Arts Council of Kern and the artists at their partnered show, “Ron and Nancy”: The Art of Ron Mead and Nancy Merrick. (read more click here) Location: Arts Council of Kern's Larry E. Reider Gallery, 2000 K Street, Suite 110, 661-324-9000 Show Runs: Oct. 16 to Jan. 9, 2009 |
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CALL TO ARTISTS
The Arts Council of Kern’s Younger Gallery will feature a glass art exhibition. The exhibit will open on March 26, 2009 and run until May 27, 2009. The Call to Artists is open to all glass works with a $20 entrance fee per work, with maximum of three (3) works total. Cash prizes will be awarded in various categories. All submissions are due March 3, 2009.
Click here to download application to Glass Works
CURRENT EXHIBITS
Ron and Nancy The Art of Ron Mead and Nancy Merrick
Enjoy a wonderful selection of watercolor paintings. Interior design provided by Jen Bowles of Retro-Active Gifts & Home Decor. Show Runs: Oct. 16 - Jan. 9, 2009
TO MALIBU...
With Artist Joseph Yuhasz
@ The Younger Gallery 1430 Truxtun Suite 105
Show Runs: Nov. 14 — Jan. 9, 2009
UPCOMING EXHIBIT AND EVENTS
Holiday Art Shop @ The Younger Gallery
Hand painted ornaments Wednesday December 3rd to the 23rd
GRANT OPPORTUNITIES
Grants will be available in the fall.
Deadline is Friday, December 19. Recipients will be notified on January 23, 2009.
Arts Council Grant Writing Seminars
Investing in Artist grant informational Workshops
RECENT EVENTS
Up On The Roof, Down On The Street was an evening of fine wines, fine food and fine music. The event was held on October 3rd. Click on text for images
ARTini was an Art and Martini Event! It was held September 5th 7pm - 9pm @ The Petroleum Club. Click here to see pictures. Click on text for images and winners
Kern River Valley Art Association open studio and gallery tour. Click here for story.