Arts Council of Kern

Arts Council of Kern The Arts Council of Kern: access, advocacy and education. A special Third Friday! 5-9, Dec. 19!
1020 18th Bakersfield - at N St. https://kernarts.org

Wisdom Wednesday
09/02/2026

Wisdom Wednesday

Clippings extended!
09/02/2026

Clippings extended!

Tips Tuesday
09/01/2026

Tips Tuesday

09/01/2026

A few announcements from shilip and the Arts Council of Kern! 🎨🎶

🤝 Vendors & Vibes × Sound Social
Join us for an evening of networking, music and community on September 9 from 5–7 PM!

📰 Clippings
Our current exhibition is open through October 8. Stop by Monday through Friday from 9 AM–5 PM and experience 160 years of Bakersfield history.

🌻 Latination 13
Latination 13 has been rescheduled to Friday, October 23 and Saturday, October 24 due to ongoing neighborhood construction. The event celebrates the rich cultural heritage of the Latin community through art, music, food and community engagement.

We hope to see you at the Arts Council of Kern!
📍1020 18th street

08/31/2026

Come see the car once used by The Bakersfield Californian to deliver newspapers around town—now on display at the Arts Council of Kern! We also had the pleasure of welcoming Ron, who worked on this incredible piece of local history.

“Clippings by The Bakersfield Californian” is open through October 8. Stop by and explore 160 years of Bakersfield history! 📍1020 18th street
⏰ open 9am to 5pm 📆monday-friday

08/31/2026

Coffee, art, and local shopping ☕️🎨🛍️

Makers Market is partnering with Café Cariño to bring delicious coffee to the Arts Council of Kern Gallery!

Stop by, grab a drink, shop from local makers, and explore the gallery.

📅 Fridays: September 4, 11 & 18
⏰ 9:30 AM–12:00 PM
📍1020 18th street
Come sip, shop, and support local!

Motivation Monday
08/31/2026

Motivation Monday

Self Care Sunday.
08/30/2026

Self Care Sunday.

Be a part of Latination 13 and book a booth space in the Latination Mercado. Last year over 5,500 people attended our 2 ...
08/30/2026

Be a part of Latination 13 and book a booth space in the Latination Mercado. Last year over 5,500 people attended our 2 day fiesta. We expect more this year and our Latination Mercado is a great way for you to sell your wares and be a part of this great community event. More info below!

Just a reminder that due to the ongoing street beautification construction in our neighborhood, we have moved Latination...
08/29/2026

Just a reminder that due to the ongoing street beautification construction in our neighborhood, we have moved Latination 13 to October 23 and 24.

The weather will be better and artists have more time to create!

Address

1020 18th Street
Bakersfield, CA
93301

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 4pm
Wednesday 9am - 4pm
Thursday 9am - 4pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+16613249000

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