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"The White Horse" is an acrylic painting by Felicity Jones Bechtel on display through August at the Art Shop Gallery. Photo provided by Felicity Jones Bechtel

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‘My season of originals’

Local artist exhibits her foray into a new medium and a new chapter in her life.

A community member works with clay on a wheel in the ceramics studio at Homer Council on the Arts in Homer, Alaska. Photo provided by Homer Council on the Arts

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Homer’s art scene heads into fall

Like the fireweed blooming in fields around town, Homer Council on the Arts’ activities are bursting onto the…

Salmonfest-goers crowd in front of the Ocean Stage during Blackwater Railroad’s performance on Saturday, Aug. 2, at the Kenai Peninsula Fairgrounds in Ninilchik.

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Celebrating salmon, art and culture

Salmonfest was held in Ninilchik last weekend, featuring music, community and advocacy.

"Musical Chair" is a photograph by Amaia Nicole Crain, with model Alisa Sonne, on display through August in her solo photography exhibit at Homer Council on the Arts. Photo provided by Homer Council on the Arts

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August First Friday

Summer is in full swing and Homer’s galleries and public art spaces are abuzz with artists showcasing new…

Artist Ingrid McKinstry stands next to her current mixed media exhibit and her work available year-round at Fireweed Gallery in Homer, Alaska. Photo provided by Ingrid McKinstry

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An exploration of curiosity

Local artist showcases new and previously completed mixed media pieces.

Homer Chamber of Commerce Visitor Center Director Jan Knutson (right) accepts the Art Advocate award at  Homer Council on the Arts' annual Community Arts Award Ceremony on Saturday, July 19, 2025, in Homer, Alaska. (Delcenia Cosman/Homer News)

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Arts council presents annual awards

Homer Council on the Arts presented seven community arts awards during their annual meeting Saturday.

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Attendees dance at Salmonfest in Ninilchik<ins>, Alaska,</ins> on Saturday, Aug. 3, 2024.

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Salmonfest to return for 15th year of fish, love and music

This year’s festival will take place from Aug. 1-3 at the Kenai Peninsula Fairgrounds in Ninilchik.

Peony farmer and artist Gerri Martin hold a bouquet of budding Red Charm peonies in front of her packhouse of Diamond Ridge Road near Homer, Alaska. Photo provided by Gerri Martin

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Budding flowers, budding art

Local artist and peony farmer showcases the flowers in a new body of work.

Artist Tom Reed begins to paint the silhouette of musician David Webster on July 2, 2025 in Homer, Alaska. Reed added 10 artists to the wall over the last few weeks, marking the end of the art project he began in 1985. (Chloe Pleznac/Homer News)

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Artist Tom Reed adds 10 local artists to iconic Homer wall mural

They mark the final additions to the 40-year art project.

Peonies bloom on Friday, July 4, 2024, in the garden beside Cosmic Kitchen on Pioneer Avenue in Homer, Alaska. Photo by Christina Whiting

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Chamber hosts 6th annual Peony Celebration

The weeks-long festival features art exhibits, events, flower sales, guided farm tours and more.

Johnny B performs at his piano in this undated photograph. (Photo courtesy of John Bushell)

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Johnny B to perform ‘Rhythm of the North’ this weekend

The July 5 performance at Pier One will be his last performance of the show this season.

"Octopus" is an acrylic painting by new co-op member Heather Mann on display at Ptarmigan Arts in Homer, Alaska. Photo provided by Ptarmigan Arts

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July First Friday

Summer is in full swing, and Homer’s galleries and public art spaces celebrate with new and ongoing exhibits.…

X̱’unei Lance Twitchell receives his legislative citation from Rep. Andi Story, D Juneau, at a ceremony at the Alaska State Capitol on Saturday, June 28, 2025. (Ellie Ruel / Juneau Empire)

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‘Molly of Denali’ writer X̱’unei Lance Twitchell receives legislative citation

State award commends Lingít language revitalization