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ALEXANDRIA, Va. - Mayor Alyia Gaskins' Art in Every Space pilot has expanded to nine Alexandria businesses, with original works by local artists now on display at locations ranging from a Muay Thai gym on Duke Street to a brewery on Wheeler Avenue.
The Alexandria Brief has covered the initiative since its launch, including the July 7 opening reception at Corcoran McEnearney in Old Town and the second launch event July 8 at AV Actions on Wheeler Avenue.
The initiative, conceived by visual artist Robin Jordan, who serves as the task force lead, pairs artists with businesses in nontraditional spaces. More than 30 artists have submitted original works to date. The youngest participant is 4 years old.
Residents can pick up a Gallery Passport and collect stamps or signatures from staff at each participating business. Visitors who reach five locations can submit their flyer for a chance to win an original painting by a local artist. Photos of completed passports can be sent to christine.macey@alexandriava.gov.
The nine participating businesses and their featured artists are:
- Corcoran McEnearney, 109 S. Pitt St. — Trena Raines, Robin Jordan, Jodannah Pereira, Khadija Zafar Sareshwala, and McKayla Dixon
- AV Actions, 3905 Wheeler Ave. — Angela Congleton
- Cameron Cafe, 4911 Brenman Park Dr. — Katherine Malek and Lily G. (age 4)
- 108 Wine Gallery, 108 N. St. Asaph St. — Lisa Katic
- 1Up MuayThai Academy, 4231 Duke St. #B — Nicole Gauvin
- Cherry On Top, 1021 Queen St. — Emily Campos
- Elaine's Restaurant, 208 Queen St. — Alfa Tate-O'Neill
- Port City Brewing, 3950 Wheeler Ave. — Don Rubin
- Vesta Settlements LLC, 510 King St., Suite 500A — Cindy Wallace
The pilot runs through Sept. 30.
Ryan Belmore
Ryan Belmore
