LA Arts will continue the Art Walk LA series turning Lewiston’s downtown into a bustling arts district, converting outdoor plazas, sidewalks, businesses and storefronts into lively art galleries, creative exhibitions, and performance spaces from 5-8 p.m. on Friday, July 28.

The public is invited to attend this fun, family-friendly event.

Art Walk LA showcases the talent of local artisans and musicians and brings people of all ages together for an evening of some summer fun filled with art, music, community, children’s activities, special arts experiences, last-minute surprises, and more.

The July Art Walk LA will be anchored by an exhibit at LA Arts Gallery featuring the recent work of Boston-based artist Michele Lauriat. Along the walk, visitors can take in the booming sounds of the Maine Taiko Drummers, and enjoy activities at these venues:

Amy Stacey Curtis Studio, 191 Lisbon Street
Androscoggin Historical Society, 93 Lisbon Street
Bear Bones, 43 Lisbon Street
Blue Jay Coffee, 189 Main Street, Lewiston
Co-Lab Creates, 86 Lisbon Street
Downtown Handmade, 178 Lisbon Street, 2nd floor
Dufresne Park, 72 Lisbon Street
Forage Market, 180 Lisbon Street
Gritty McDuff’s, 68 Main Street, Auburn
Hartley Block Windows, 155 Lisbon Street
LA Arts, 168 Lisbon Street
Lewiston Public Library, 200 Lisbon Street
Maine Mill, 35 Canal Street
MEDCo, 40 Lisbon Street
Munka Studio, 221 Lisbon Street
Obscura Café & Drinkery, 108 Lisbon Street
Quiet City Books, 124 Lisbon Street
Rusty Bus, 120 Lisbon Street
The Vault, 84 Lisbon Street
Wicked Illustrations, 140 Canal Street
“Wicked Wing Alley,” next to Mother India, 114 Lisbon Street

Since 1973, LA Arts, the arts agency for the cities of Lewiston and Auburn Maine, has pursued a mission to engage and inspire a vibrant community through arts and culture. The agency works with governments, businesses, schools and local arts and cultural organizations to create opportunities for community members across the generations to experience, learn, and participate in the arts. LA Arts organizes arts programs and initiatives, supports the work of local artists and arts organizations, and highlights the essential role the arts play in shaping an economically vital, socially integrated, and forward-looking future for its community.

For a schedule of events and map, go to www.laarts.org/artwalk. Share your favorite Art Walk LA experiences with #finalfridayla.