New gallery does more than just show off art

HUNTINGTON -- A new gallery in the west end of Huntington is sprucing up the neighborhood with more than its art.

Kevin Scott Regan, the owner of 24 7 Gallery and CEO of IASEglobal, says the gallery will serve a variety of purposes, such as selling antiques and art pieces and creating a calm business climate for meeting with clients of his other businesses.

"This is a casual space instead of a corporate identity where you're going to have a series of offices and do the usual thing," Regan said. "Someone can come in and relax, have a cup of tea and we'll talk business. This is a much different, flexible space."

Gallery 24 7, located at 607 West 14th St., is only one of the businesses in Regan's shop. The gallery offers a variety of antiques and artwork to purchase and hosts a local artist's works every Friday evening from 5:30 to 9 p.m. The gallery also acts as an interior design firm and offers restorations of artwork and paintings.

The gallery will feature a variety of local artists and will provide complimentary treats and drinks for people and pets alike. Gallery 24 7 is currently featuring works from Huntington High senior and emerging artist Natasha Johnson, who will continue her training in graphic animation and design at Savannah College. Her pieces are available to buy.

A native of Bexley, Ohio, Regan has traveled all over the world through his business ventures. The gallery, one of his latest, has landed him in Huntington. He says he chose this location because he has friends living here, and he thought it would be a great place for a business.

"I see Huntington as a place of resurrection and regrowth. It's got the potential to be what it was and a lot better than what it was," Regan said. "People want community, and Huntington is a great place for that."

In addition to Gallery 24 7, a few of IASEglobal's other services include appraisals, estate sales, vintage apparel, furniture, interior design and much more.

The shop's hours are from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesdays through Thursdays, from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Fridays, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturdays and from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sundays. The gallery will be open on Mondays by appointment. Gallery openings are every Friday evening from 5:30 to 9 p.m.

Contact Kevin Regan and 24 7 Gallery at 304-690-5313.