“ARTS AT THE OLD BARRACKS”: The Old Barracks Museum in Trenton will host “Arts at the Old Barracks Gallery Show: Trenton Makes” June 7 through July 6. An opening reception is on Friday, June 7 from 6 to 9 p.m.

The Old Barracks Museum is celebrating Trenton area artists and Trenton art in a month-long gallery show hosted in its historic 18th-century building. The “Arts at the Old Barracks Gallery Show: Trenton Makes” will showcase artworks that best exemplify Trenton art and artists. The opening reception will take place on Friday, June 7, from 6 to 9 p.m. for the public and artists. This event is free to attend.

At the reception, attendees with have the opportunity to meet the artists themselves and discuss their works while enjoying light refreshments and soaking in a sampling of the city’s creativity and inspiration. Works will be available for sale through the museum store.

Following the reception, the exhibition will be open from June 7 to July 6.

Originally built in 1758 to house British soldiers during the French and Indian War, the Old Barracks bore witness to the Battles of Trenton and was later used as a Revolutionary War army hospital. The Old Barracks Association purchased the site in the early 20th century, turning it into a museum which welcomes visitors from across the globe, sharing the building’s rich history through interpretive programs, tours, and exhibits.

The museum is located at 101 Barrack Street in Trenton. For more information, visit barracks.org.