Kerr+Jones Gallery in East Boothbay, Maine, is celebrating the start of its fifth season with a First Friday Art reception on June 5, co-hosted by the Boothbay Harbor Region Chamber of Commerce. Co-owners Diana Kerr and Kathleen Jones will showcase new works from returning and new artists, including Matt Barter, Mary Barnes, Tom Glover, and Tandem Glass, in a restored 1860s barn and boatbuilder's shop.
This opening matters because it highlights the vitality of a small, community-focused gallery that supports local and regional artists, contributing to Maine's cultural landscape and the local economy. The event also underscores the role of seasonal galleries in fostering community engagement through art, with the chamber's sponsorship reflecting broader support for the arts in the Boothbay Harbor region.