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article local schedule Apr 9, 2026 visibility 8 link 4 artists, 1 gallery

Santa Monica Events: New Art Gallery, Kids Club & More

Santa Monica is launching its first-ever municipal art gallery at the Bergamot Station Arts Center, debuting with the inaugural exhibition "Case Study: Adapt." The opening ceremony on April 10 will feature remarks from California for the Arts Executive Director Julie Baker and a commendation for State Senator Ben Allen in recognition of Arts Month. The launch is part of a broader weekend of community programming including the Venice Street Fair and sound art workshops at the Camera Obscura Art Lab.

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gavel restitution schedule Apr 6, 2026 visibility 9 link 4 artists

Tight security at Malaysian National Art Gallery ahead of’ arrival of art works linked to 1MDB scandal

The National Art Gallery of Malaysia has implemented high-level security measures, including enhanced alarms and restricted access zones, to receive four artworks recovered from the 1MDB financial scandal. The collection includes pieces by Pablo Picasso, Joan Miró, Maurice Utrillo, and Balthus, which were previously owned by former 1MDB lawyer Jasmine Loo. The repatriation was a coordinated effort between the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC), the FBI, and the U.S. Department of Justice.

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museum exhibitions schedule Apr 17, 2026 visibility 5

At the Guggenheim, Pop Art Engages With Art of the Present

The Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum has unveiled a new exhibition that juxtaposes iconic Pop Art works from the 1960s with contemporary pieces recently added to the museum's permanent collection. By placing historical landmarks of the movement alongside modern practice, the show traces the enduring influence of mass media, consumerism, and vernacular imagery on artists across different generations.

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museum exhibitions schedule Apr 13, 2026 visibility 6 link 4 artists

Workshop exhibition opens at AKM

The Atatürk Cultural Center (AKM) in Istanbul has launched an exhibition featuring 41 works by 21 artists produced during the fourth Arnica Art Land workshop. Held in the ancient city of Aizanoi, the multidisciplinary project encouraged artists to create works inspired by the Temple of Zeus and the world’s first stock exchange. The resulting show, curated by Fırat Neziroğlu, includes experimental practices such as sound sculptures and live body painting alongside traditional plastic arts.

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museum exhibitions schedule Apr 23, 2026 visibility 3 link 5 artists, 1 gallery

Alserkal Art Month: Your step-by-step guide to Weekend 2

Alserkal Art Month in Dubai continues with Weekend 2, featuring the headline exhibition 'Déjà Vu' opening at Concrete on Saturday, April 25. The weekend includes a kids' art workshop led by Lucy Jung, a majlis talk series curated by Nadine Khalil, a slow art walk with Natalya Konforti, a film screening of 'Ghanati Man' by Al Reem Al Beshr, a performance workshop by Dirwaza Curatorial Lab and Ammar Al Attar, and a music performance by Bull Funk Zoo curated by Ratish Chadha.

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article local schedule Apr 22, 2026 visibility 1 link 6 artists, 5 galleries

Where to see artworks in Marin

A comprehensive listing of art exhibitions and gallery shows across Marin County, California, for spring 2025. The article highlights dozens of venues including Robert Green Fine Arts in Mill Valley, which will display John Grillo's works from the 1940s beginning in May, alongside shows at Anthony Meier, Art Works Downtown, Bolinas Museum, and many local libraries and cultural centers. Exhibits range from abstract works and pop art to photography, ceramics, and sculptures by artists such as Saif Azzuz, Drew Frazier, Lenore Golub, and Sonny Smith.

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museum exhibitions schedule Apr 2, 2026 visibility 6 link 1 artist, 1 gallery

New exhibition at Trenton City Museum: African American Abstractions

The Trenton City Museum at Ellarslie has launched "African American Abstractions," a major exhibition featuring the works of James E. Dupree, Femi J. Johnson, and Kenneth J. Lewis. Curated by Janis Purcell, the showcase spans three galleries and explores the intersection of vibrant color, form, and cultural narrative. The exhibition is supported by public programming, including an abstract art workshop and an artists' roundtable discussion.

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