upper east side new york resurgence

A wave of new creative energy is reshaping Manhattan's Upper East Side, as artists, gallerists, and tastemakers migrate uptown. Notable newcomers include White Cube's gallery outpost (opened 2023), fashion brands like Khaite and Toteme, and fresh eateries such as Chez Fifi and Maxime's. Artist Margaret Lee, who co-founded a downtown gallery, notes the special feeling of crossing Park Avenue. Playwright Matthew Gasda observes an influx of young people while the neighborhood retains its multigenerational character. The article features nine local residents—including designer Leandra Medine Cohen and Instagram documentarian Joshua Kamei—sharing their perspectives on the area's evolution.

Inman Gallery Opens New Space in Midtown Houston

Inman Gallery in Houston is relocating to a new 8,500-square-foot space at 1502 Alabama Street in the Midtown neighborhood, after 20 years at its North Main Street location. Owner Kerry Inman will celebrate the move with a group exhibition titled *The Long View*, opening December 6, featuring 37 artists including JooYoung Choi, Erika Blumenfeld, and Angela Fraleigh. The building, originally an auto-body shop and later the Station Museum of Contemporary Art, was renovated by Dillon Kyle Architects to include three exhibition galleries, with a design concept likened to a geode—rough exterior, jewel-like interior.

Richmond exhibitions to check out as art comes into bloom

A guide highlights several art exhibitions and events opening across Richmond, Virginia, this spring. It lists shows at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts (VMFA), Southside Contemporary Art Gallery, Gallery5, the Visual Arts Center of Richmond (VisArts), Anne's Vital Art Studio Gallery, and Quirk Gallery, covering a range from historical prints and portraiture to contemporary emerging artists, activist art, and an annual auction.

Another gallery gone: Anderson-Brickler space closes after 9 years on Adams Street

Dr. Celeste Hart, a Tallahassee endocrinologist and daughter of the late Dr. A.D. Brickler, is closing the Anderson-Brickler Gallery after nine years on Adams Street. Opened in 2016, the gallery focused on Modern and Contemporary artists of the African Diaspora, hosting exhibitions by artists such as Joe Roache, Romare Bearden, and Kabuya Bowens-Saffo, as well as lectures, workshops, and thesis shows for Florida State University fine arts students. The space will be taken over by Stan J. Johnson, a professional photographer and FAMU professor, who plans to rename the gallery and continue exhibiting paintings while expanding into spoken word and music.

“Come in and learn” - Sunrise Moon Art Gallery now open in High River

Virginia Aldoff-Pinay, a Cree Kokum from the Foothills School Division, has opened the Sunrise Moon Art Gallery in High River, Alberta. The gallery features Indigenous art, artifacts, and educational displays representing the Blackfoot Confederation, Métis, and Inuit cultures, along with a tea room and library. Aldoff-Pinay, who comes from a family of artists, named the gallery after a morning prayer when she saw both the sunrise and moon. The business is managed by her grandson Ethan Carpenter, and the sign was made by her daughter Vanessa.

First Mvskoke-owned and operated art gallery opens in Jenks

The Muscogee (Creek) Nation has opened the first Mvskoke-owned and operated art gallery in the Greater Tulsa area, Mvskoke Waters Gallery, in Jenks, Oklahoma, on December 13. The inaugural exhibition, “Mvskokvlke: Road of Strength,” features nearly two dozen Mvskoke artists from across the country, including George Alexander, Joy Harjo, and Sterlin Harjo, and includes a tribute to the late artist Mary Edward Smith. Co-curated by Bobby C. Martin and Carly Treece, the show celebrates Mvskoke resilience, strength, and cultural continuity.

In Venice you can adopt a magazine to support the periodicals library of the Querini Stampalia Foundation

A Venezia puoi adottare una rivista per sostenere l’emeroteca della Fondazione Querini Stampalia

The Fondazione Querini Stampalia in Venice has launched an initiative called 'Adotta una rivista' (Adopt a Magazine) to support its periodicals library (emeroteca). The campaign invites individuals to sponsor subscriptions to the approximately 200 Italian and international magazines the library receives annually, covering topics from art and architecture to politics and society. The goal is to double the number of donors and ensure the continuity of this dynamic resource for students, scholars, and readers.

AlUla Arts Showcases More than 20 Artists at 61st Venice Biennale

A contemporary art fair called "This is Normal" has been held in Kyiv, Ukraine, during wartime, organized by the Art Kyiv fair. The event features over 20 Ukrainian artists and galleries at the Lavra Gallery, deliberately avoiding any direct reference to the war in its booths or artworks. Organizers and participants describe the fair as a space for cultural continuity and psychological respite, where art helps people make sense of a reality shaped by missile strikes and loss.

La Cloche Art Show announces its 2026 Featured Artist Robert Potvin

The organizers of the 47th La Cloche Art Show have named Robert Potvin as the Artist of Distinction for the 2026 exhibition. Potvin, a self-taught acrylic painter and elected member of the Society of Canadian Artists, is recognized for his depictions of Northern Ontario landscapes and vanishing ways of life. The announcement comes as the community prepares for the 2025 edition of the juried show, which remains a staple of the regional art scene in Whitefish Falls.

Four generations of creativity on display at ‘Belong’ Art Exhibition

The Webster family, spanning four generations from great-grandmother Beverly Neylon to five-year-old Jasper Webster, is exhibiting their artwork together at the 'Belong: 2026 Art Exhibition' hosted by the City of Whittlesea in South Morang, Australia. The show features paintings, mosaics, and porcelain works, including Beverly Neylon's award-winning piece 'Beauty of the Wind,' which earned the Award of Excellence – Use of Materials. The exhibition runs from 2 May to 27 May 2026 at the Plenty Ranges Art and Convention Centre.

New gallery opens with nod to North Bay’s artistic past

Bloch Bauers Gallery of Fine Art has officially opened in downtown North Bay, Ontario, at 222 McIntyre St. W. The new space features regional, Indigenous, and Inuit art, along with works from private estates and consignments. The opening event included speeches, a ribbon cutting, and the unveiling of the "Lawrence Nickle Collection." A self-portrait by longtime local art teacher Ernest "Ernie" Taylor drew particular attention from attendees, including Nipissing MPP Vic Fedeli and Mayor Peter Chirico, who praised the gallery's connection to the city's artistic heritage. Co-owner and curator Joey Nadeau noted the months of preparation behind the opening and emphasized the importance of showcasing Indigenous art, including works by painter Stephen Snake.

Svolta per il Museo del Fumetto che chiuse a Milano: nuova sede in un’ex biblioteca di Monza

The Franco Fossati Foundation's Museo del Fumetto (Comics Museum), which was evicted from Milan due to a €180,000 debt to the city, has found a new permanent home in Monza. The Monza city council approved the foundation's proposal on April 30, paving the way for the renovation of a former library in the Cederna district, which has been abandoned for years. The archive of 500,000 pieces will be temporarily stored in Desio while the Monza building is refurbished with €850,000 from the municipality and additional funds from the foundation.

Bill Dimitroulas Opening Downtown Joliet Art Gallery, After More Taxpayer 'Business Continuity Grants'

Bill Dimitroulas, a prominent restaurateur in downtown Joliet, is opening a new art gallery called Atelier Joliet Art Gallery at the corner of Clinton Street and North Chicago Street, with a grand opening scheduled for December 12. The gallery will feature fine art curated by Deanna Gibson, showcasing artist Iwona Duniec. This development comes as Dimitroulas continues to receive taxpayer-funded Business Continuity Grants from the city, including a recent request for $63,734 for his restaurant CUT 158, part of a program designed to offset losses from the Chicago Street construction project that began in May 2024.

Local artists highlighted at library exhibition

The Rochester Folk Art Guild highlighted local artists and makers at an exhibition held at the Central Library of Rochester and Monroe County on April 25, 2026. The event allowed the public to interact directly with craftsmen and learn about the traditions and experiences that influenced their work.

Young At Art exhibition opens Saturday in Hilo

The 38th annual Young At Art (YAA) exhibition has opened at the Wailoa Center in Hilo, showcasing 125 juried artworks created by K-12 students from 18 schools across Hawaii Island. This year's theme, "SHIFT," prompted young artists to explore concepts of change and transition through various mediums. The event marks a significant return to a centralized venue and a new collaboration between the East Hawaii Cultural Center (EHCC) and the Wailoa Center, following years of decentralized satellite displays during the pandemic.

Late local artist honored in special art exhibition

The article reports on a special art exhibition honoring a late local artist. The exhibition showcases the artist's work and legacy, organized by a community or regional institution to celebrate their contributions to the local art scene.

Art gallery opening: Allegheny Alumni art exhibit

An art gallery opening at Allegheny College featured an alumni art exhibit on Tuesday, September 9, 2025. Two students were photographed admiring the display, which included an acrylic on canvas piece by Janos Cseh (class of 2015) and a work titled "Alterations of real time" made of acrylic yarn and monks cloth by Josie Freeman (class of 2020). The event was covered by student opinion editor Milo Watson.

Hurricane Ian destroyed their Fort Myers Beach gallery. Now they finally have a new home.

Nearly three years after Hurricane Ian destroyed its original location, the Fort Myers Beach Art Association has opened a new 1,500-square-foot gallery in south Fort Myers. The space, located in Cypress Square Plaza, opened on May 1, 2025, and will host a grand opening and 75th-anniversary celebration on November 1. The gallery provides a venue for monthly exhibits, art classes, and a working studio for members, many of whom relocated off-island after the storm.

Popular art exhibition back for NAIDOC Week

The City of Gosnells in Western Australia is hosting a week-long NAIDOC Week celebration starting July 7, featuring a flag-raising ceremony, cultural performances, bush tucker walks, and storytelling. A key event is the return of the popular NAIDOC Week Art Exhibition, running from July 8 to July 18 at the Civic Centre, showcasing works by local emerging and seasoned Aboriginal artists, with pieces available for purchase.