The Arts Council of Brazos Valley celebrated the Lunar New Year in style.

A reception was held Thursday evening celebrating the Texas Gallery exhibit of rare Asian art and artifacts.

The exhibit includes paintings by contemporary Chinese master Wucius Wong, and a rare collection of other Asian artifacts.

The event was also a kick-off to announce the first Arts Council of Brazos Valley Gala, an annual Lunar New Year celebration set to start in January 2009.