Museum Shows

Robert Graham Carter: The Art of Reflection

at The Heckscher Museum of Art Feb 2 - May 25, 2025 Robert Graham Carter (American, b. 1938) is a visual artist best known for his mixed-media works including commanding drawings; sculptural, high-relief paintings; and whimsical works on wood. Carter’s figurative compositions... Read more

Grace Hartigan: The Gift of Attention

at The North Carolina Museum of Art Apr 12 - Aug 10, 2025 Grace Hartigan (1922–2008) rapidly rose to national acclaim during the 1950s with her daring canvases that blended abstraction with elements of figuration. By Hartigan’s side were poets Daisy Aldan, Barbara Guest, James Merrill, Frank O’Hara, and James Schuyler. Their bold lyricism and critical support deeply inspired Hartigan, playing a crucial role in her success. She recalled that the rebellious spirit of these poets, many of whom were gay or lesbian, fueled her independent artistic vision. Read more

Collection in Focus | Faith Ringgold

at The Guggenheim Museum May 9 - Sep 14, 2025 Explore Woman on a Bridge #1 of 5: Tar Beach (1988), one of the most important works by Faith Ringgold, a renowned artist, writer, and activist. This monumental quilt, the... Read more