The Independent art fair has announced the exhibitor list for its 17th edition, scheduled for May 14–17 in New York. The fair is moving to a new, larger venue at Pier 36 on the East River, featuring a redesigned exterior by architecture firm SO–IL. This year’s edition includes 76 exhibitors, nearly half of whom are first-timers, and introduces "Independent Debuts," a curatorial initiative focused on solo presentations by artists making their New York debut.
This move signals a significant expansion for Independent as it shifts from its longtime Tribeca home to a more expansive footprint capable of hosting large-scale installations. By formalizing its role as a discovery platform for emerging and overlooked talent, the fair solidifies its position as a critical alternative to the larger commercial fairs like Frieze and TEFAF that anchor New York’s busy spring art week.