The McNay Art Museum in San Antonio has opened a new exhibition titled “Ferias, Parques y Plazas: A Celebration of Public Space,” running from January 8 to April 12, 2026. Featuring over 15 works, the show highlights how parks, plazas, and markets bring people together through art and culture, with pieces by Diego Rivera, Elizabeth Catlett, Howard Cook, and local San Antonio artist Adriana M. Garcia.
The exhibition matters because it celebrates the vital role of public spaces in fostering community and creativity, particularly in a city like San Antonio known for its vibrant public life. Curated by Mia Lopez, the museum’s curator of Latinx art, the show underscores the importance of inclusive, shared environments in contemporary art and urban life, connecting historical and local perspectives.