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.
This move matters because it marks a milestone for a 35-year-old gallery that has evolved from a small space focused on Houston-area artists to an internationally recognized program representing 34 artists. By purchasing her own building, Kerry Inman achieves a long-held goal of owning the gallery’s “forever home,” signaling a commitment to long-term investment in artists and the Houston community. The opening exhibition’s title reflects this philosophy, emphasizing endurance and continuity in an era when many galleries face economic pressures.