This Friday will be a celebration of inclusion, highlighting the local number of LGBTQ+ allies and organizations, with the theme “Prismatic!”

The name of the theme, said Jacqueline Tarver, Executive Director of Pensacola Night Gallery, is derived from a ray of light hitting a prism and creating a spectrum of colors representing a variety of people in Pensacola.

Tarver expressed, “In our community, each individual holds significance and this holds great importance in the present era. Gallery Night Pensacola strongly believes in the idea of accepting and supporting each other. In the realm of art, all artists possess their own distinctiveness. Our sole aim is to ensure inclusivity for everyone, and for our community to acknowledge those individuals who have played a role in shaping our collective identity.”

What to do in PensacolaThings to do in Pensacola this week: Gulf Coast Culture Fest; Gallery Night; Alter Bridge.

The Gen. Chappie James BridgePensacola is seeking artists to create a new welcome sign for the bridge.

According to Sydney Robinson, a member of the board at PensaPride, the LGBTQ+ community has a significant presence in the creative sphere. She emphasized that gallery night offers a wonderful opportunity to gain insights into the Pensacola community through discovering new community initiatives, engaging with unfamiliar faces, and drawing inspiration from the diverse ways in which individuals embrace their lifestyles.

Robinson stated, “It’s really important to build a society that celebrates diversity, whether they’re part of the majority or a group, it’s an amazing thing to think about representation for anybody in any course of event.”

But I particularly think that for those folks who aren’t living their lives in the way they wish, or for those who aren’t out and about, it’s really nice to see that they can go to a very mainstream event and see that it’s possible to live the lifestyle they want. And especially if they’re seeing those things in the news, it’s a little scary for them, so it’s really nice to see that they have the support out there for them.

Does Newton David, the president of the Stamped Film Festival, believe that young people need to know where to call home, love them, and welcome them?

Newton has been praised by the Night Gallery for opening their city with wide arms to make it a safe and environmentally friendly place for everyone and their families.

“Newton expressed that the city is always looking to become a greater part of the community and to ensure that our children feel welcomed and appreciated for their explored gifts and talents. Additionally, Newton believes that there is a general recognition of alignment in this regard.”

The highlighted artist is ceramics artist Kyle Miller. Miller is a queer, nonbinary, first generation Asian-American, combat veteran.

The main stage of Garden Street at Gallery Night will also host local singer-songwriters Hane Skot, Greg Bond, and Faithe Franklin.

The Art City First’s “Dragon Little” Mobile Glass Blowing Studio will offer inspiring and educational presentations showcasing the art of glass blowing to attendees.

Visitors eager to discover their latest home furnishings will have additional shopping options at the Market Zone of Gallery Night, situated on Government Street opposite Plaza Ferdinand. More than 60 local craftsmen will be showcasing and selling their products along Palafox Street.

Tarver believes that every Gallery Night is an unmissable chance to show support for local enterprises and the artistic community.

Tarver mentioned that in Pensacola, we have many artists who can truly capture what the city has to offer, and through their local businesses and artwork, they are able to support and ensure that their stories continue. Additionally, they contribute to the community in various ways, providing another form of support.

Date: Friday, May 19th, from 5 to 9 p.M.

Location: South Palafox Street in downtown Pensacola.

To obtain additional details about Gallery Night, visit gallerynightpensacola.Org or check out their Facebook page at facebook.Com/gallerynightpensacola.