Portrait of a Warrior Gallery - Kern County

09/05/2026

Thank you for sharing and for your support of the Gallery. Huge thanks for recently bringing someone new to the Gallery and sharing information I'd never heard about some of our Fallen Warriors

09/05/2026

🇺🇸 ❤️🇺🇸💙🤍❤️🤍💙🇺🇸❤️ 🇺🇸
Earlier this week it was our pleasure to give a VIP tour to Mark King of Northern California, formerly of Texas and a Patriot Guard Rider who rode for ceremonies for Texas Fallen Veterans whose portraits were painted by artist and founder of the original Portrait of a Warrior Gallery.

Mark was gracious and shared some special stories with us and asked about Kern County's Fallen Warriors.

Always Remembered &
Never Forgotten

09/03/2026

🇺🇸 A SPECIAL VISIT TO THE GALLERY 🇺🇸

We’re honored to welcome representatives from the Elks Club to the Portrait of a Warrior Gallery Kern County for a special visit and tour of the Gallery.

Following our Freedom Bell Ceremony at 12 noon, the Elks Club representatives will present the Gallery with a check representing our share of the proceeds from their August 1st dinner fundraiser. The event was a tremendous success, and we are incredibly thankful for their support! 🔔🇺🇸

Community partnerships like this help us continue our mission of preserving the stories, portraits and legacies of Kern County’s fallen heroes for generations to come.

Thank you to the Elks Club and everyone who supported the August 1st dinner! ❤️🤍💙

Always Remembered. Never Forgotten.

📞 661-479-5095
📧 [email protected]

To support or donate to the gallery visit our website www.kern-warrior.org or visit the gallery to see all our dedicated art and memoriables to honor our local heroes.

09/02/2026

Portrait of a Warrior Gallery - Kern County,
where our local fallen service members are
ALWAYS REMEMBERED & NEVER FORGOTTEN

Thank you Robert Price/KGET TV for honoring Kern County's Fallen Post 9/11 Warriors.

We are open 11:00am-3:00pm
Tuesday -Wednesday- Thursday & Saturday
ADMISSION IS ALWAYS FREE
1925 Eye Street
Bakersfield, CA 93301

Hundreds of Kern County residents enlisted in the military following the 9/11 attacks almost 25 years ago, in keeping with the national surge of patriotism associated with that fateful day.

08/30/2026

🔔 9/29 Freedom Bell Ceremony🔔
Kingston Velasquez, one of our High School volunteers, rang the Freedom Bell 27 times to honor our 27 Post 9/11 Fallen Warriors.
We ring the Freedom Bell at 12 noon.
Always Remembered -
Never Forgotten
Kern County's Veterans

08/28/2026

🇺🇸 THERE’S A STORY BEHIND EVERYTHING YOU SEE. 🇺🇸

For this Freedom Bell Friday, we invite you to look a little closer at the Portrait of a Warrior Gallery.

Throughout the Gallery you’ll discover photographs, military memorabilia, uniforms, flags, personal items and artifacts that help tell the stories of those who served.

These aren’t simply items on display. They help connect visitors with the people, families and history behind the sacrifices we remember.

Come visit the Gallery and discover something you may have never seen before. 🇺🇸

📞 661-479-5095
📧 [email protected]

To support or donate to the gallery visit our website www.kern-warrior.org or visit the gallery to see all our dedicated art and memorabilia to honor our local heroes.

08/27/2026

🔔 Honoring our Fallen today 🔔

08/26/2026

Today's Freedom Bell Ceremony at 12 Noon, honoring our 27 Post 9/11 Fallen Warriors and

The Abbey Gate 13 Fallen Warriors.

Staff Sergeant Darin T. Hoover, 31, Utah

Sergeant Johanny Rosario Pichardo, 25, Lawrence, Massachusetts

Sergeant Nicole L. Gee, 23, Roseville, California

Corporal Hunter Lopez, 22, Indio, California

Corporal Daegan W. Page, 23, Omaha, Nebraska

Corporal Humberto A. Sanchez, 22, Logansport, Indiana

Lance Corporal David L. Espinoza, 20, Rio Bravo, Texas

Lance Corporal Jared M. Schmitz, 20, Wentzville, Missouri

Lance Corporal Rylee J. McCollum, 20, Jackson, Wyoming

Lance Corporal Dylan R. Merola, 20, Rancho Cucamonga, California

Lance Corporal Kareem M. Nikoui, 20, Norco, California

Petty Officer Third Class Maxton W. Soviak, 22, Berlin Heights, Ohio

• Staff Sergeant Ryan C. Knauss, 23, Corryton, Tennessee

ALWAYS REMEMBERED - NEVER FORGOTTEN

08/25/2026

🇺🇸 YOUR TIME CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE! 🇺🇸

Want to give back to our local veterans, fallen heroes and their families? Volunteer with the Portrait of a Warrior Gallery Kern County!

From helping at community events to welcoming visitors into the gallery, there are many ways you can become involved in our mission.

Even a few hours of your time can help us keep the memories and stories of Kern County’s fallen heroes alive.

Always Remembered. Never Forgotten. 🇺🇸

Contact us today to learn how you can volunteer!

📞 661-479-5095
📧 [email protected]

To support or donate to the gallery visit our website www.kern-warrior.org or visit the gallery to see all our dedicated art and memorabilia to honor our local heroes.