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North Wilkesboro, NC July 15, 2022 -  A Downtown Art Walk is set for Friday, July 22 from 5:30p-8:00p. It’s a event that partners select shops with local artists offering on site demonstrations and is presented by Wilkes Art Gallery (WAG) and the Downtown North Wilkesboro Partnership (DNWP).

“Wilkes County is rich in artists and makers,” said Ashley Barton, Executive Director WAG, “We hope that this event will showcase local artists and highlight our downtown businesses. Art is known to be central to revitalization efforts in rural communities. A University of Pennsylvania study found that small art groups in neighborhoods have multiple positive effects. Areas with higher levels of cultural activities experience a positive impact on civic engagement, youth delinquency, and a host of other factors associated with community wellbeing. Join us at the gallery for a free opening reception of the Northwest Artist Exhibit and stop by participating businesses to see the good things happening in our community.”

Participating Shops include: On 10th Street; Wilkes Co. Hardware,Taupe Gallery and Waterhouse Studios. On Main Street; Pop’s Place, Ivy Ridge, Copper Barrel Brew Haus, A Baby Celebration and Blue Ridge Tranquility Center. On 6th Street; 6th & Main Restaurant and The Block. On D Street; Dom Bakeries. 

Wilkes Art Gallery is located at 913 C Street and is open Tuesday through Friday 10A-5P and Saturday 10A-2P. Visit https://www.wilkesartgallery.org/ and https://www.facebook.com/downtownnorthwilkesboro for more on upcoming exhibits and events.