Join us for opening night of The ACES Gallery and the kick off of Opening Weekend! Featuring work from 50 local artists of color: Enjoy live music and live art-making with Charmi Shah, Abraham Awalom, and Jeremy the Creative during THE CYPHER while you meet and mingle with many of the artists in the exhibition. Don’t miss this opening celebration and exploration of identity, culture, and perspective through art.

Every year, ACES // Artists of Color Expo & Symposium is shaped by the artists and BIPOC community members who contribute their time, creativity, and support. This year, ACES builds on the Summer Series workshops and concert with the opening of the ACES Gallery, an extended pop-up open to the public for 8 days, from October 17 to November 8, in downtown Seattle.

Opening Weekend Overview:

Friday, October 17

• Gallery Hours: 12 – 8 PM
• Opening Celebration: 5-8PM
• The Cypher, Phase 1: 5:30 – 7:30 PM

Saturday, October 18

• Gallery Hours: 12 – 5 PM
• The Cypher, Phase 2: 12:30 PM – 2:30 PM
• The Cypher, Phase 3: 3 – 5 PM

The ACES Gallery, located at 805 1st Ave (between Downtown Seattle and Pioneer Square), will feature the work of 50 local artists of color. Visit the Exhibition during open gallery hours and join us for a series of events, including opening and closing celebrations, THE CYPHER, and an Artist Salon!

The ACES Gallery is a showcase of visual work by BIPOC artists exploring themes of cultural storytelling and community connection. The exhibit offers a platform for both emerging and established artists to share their vision in a public space and spark conversation.