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For some people, being outdoors can be as much about wondering as wandering. That’s the theme for a new nature-inspired painting and pottery exhibit at the Kenai Art Center, which is coupled with a metalwork show.

Outdoor murals are few and far between on the Kenai Peninsula, especially in the borough’s most populated city of Kenai. But a new mural, made almost entirely by high school students, is now on display in the streets near Old Town.

"Melba Muskrat’s Big Heart" is a hero-villain tale that teaches children about forgiveness and understanding. It was illustrated by a 2025 Soldotna High School graduate.

The Kenai Chamber of Commerce’s Cultural Center is exhibiting oral snippets this month from several prominent people in the city’s history. An unrelated art installment is also on view.

After President Trump proposed to eliminate the National Endowment for the Arts, the Bunnell Street Arts Center in Homer was notified that a $25,000 grant from the endowment was terminated.

Nearly 60 pieces of art made by women is the subject of this month’s main installment at the Kenai Art Center. It's coupled with a mini mural show.

Art isn’t just for grown ups. The Kenai Art Center is hosting its annual Kenai Peninsula Borough School District student art show, which teachers say helps advocate for art programs in local schools.

As part of its monthly artist series, the Kenai Chamber of Commerce recently hung a collection of Alaska themed acrylic paintings. The show features the work of a new Alaskan, whose photos and paintings capture her love for her new home.

The Kenai Chamber of Commerce and Visitor Center is back to hosting monthly art installations after nearly a half year hiatus. The initiative features the work of local creators, like Jessie Gacal, a string artist and photographer.

Art is often infused with different mediums, or can cause an infusion of emotions. The Kenai Art Center is taking advantage of this theme in this month’s installation, titled “Infusion.”