IN PHOTOS: Art & Soul party celebrates Halton Black Voices exhibit

Halton Black Voices (HBV) hosted a community party at the Art Gallery of Burlington Saturday afternoon to mark the success of the Bring a Folding Chair exhibit, which winds up this weekend.

The exhibition, which was featured from Oct. 20 to Jan. 7, featured works by Kemahee Baker, Reynold Thomas, Vivianne and Xavier Fuller. it was inspired by the empowering mantra, "If they don't give you a seat at the table, bring a folding chair," and celebrates resilience, determination and the ability to carve a space in the world.

The closing event, the Art & Soul Daytime Party, welcomed guests and included an opportunity to meet the HBV board and learn more about the organization. The family-friently party also featured live music, a DJ and, food and refreshments.

Halton Black Voices works to bring youth, families and individuals together and create a safe space in the Halton region for all Black people including the 2SLGBTQQIA community. Click here for more information about Halton Black Voices and upcoming HBV events.