Since last March, a Macon County non-profit has been anxiously awaiting a monthly event that celebrates the latest in arts and culture.

The Decatur Area Arts Council is welcoming back visitors this Friday for its monthly 'gallery walks'.' Executive Director Jerry Johnson says the gallery walks are the kickoff events for the exhibit that will occupy the Anne Lloyd Gallery in their downtown facility.

Each summer, the gallery is occupied by an exhibit that highlights a different region of the world. Johnson explains their kickoff events for their summer galleries often offer various tastes of that region including food, drink, and even entertainment.

Inside the gallery, there will be plenty to take in. Johnson says all three levels of their downtown facility will have something to take in.

For Johnson, the exhibit this summer will feature a little bit of everything and will have a lot of good information about some of the history of the artifacts and artwork.

With the latest guidance from the CDC, Johnson indicates they are allowing vaccinated individuals to attend without a mask. He hopes those that are not vaccinated will still wear a mask, though note they are not requiring to show proof of vaccination.

This Friday's Gallery Walk will be from 5 pm to 7:30 pm. The Decatur Area Arts Council is located t 125 North Water Street in downtown Decatur. You can learn more by visiting decaturarts.org or finding the Arts Council on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.