The Art Show 2024, organized by the Art Dealers Association of America (ADAA), returned to New York City’s Park Avenue Armory from October 30 to November 2. Marking its 36th edition, this prestigious art fair brought together over 75 leading galleries to showcase an inspiring blend of historical and contemporary works. With all ticket proceeds benefiting the Henry Street Settlement, The Art Show combined a dedication to community support with the highest caliber of visual art.
A Curated Display of Iconic and Emerging Art
The Art Show offered a diverse range of art, from masterworks of established artists to groundbreaking new pieces by emerging talent. This year, the fair emphasized solo presentations, with over 40 booths dedicated to individual artists, offering an in-depth look at their work. Highlights included Tim Hawkinson’s hyperrealistic family portraits showcased by Hosfelt Gallery, Clare Grill’s emotive abstractions with Derek Eller Gallery, and Suchitra Mattai’s mixed-media bas-relief sculptures exploring cultural identity at Roberts Projects.
The Art Show also featured thematic exhibitions that examine art historical moments and cultural dialogues. Notable two-person presentations included Arakawa and Robert Morris’s conceptual works with Castelli Gallery, which explored the New York City art scene of the 1960s, and a display of Isamu Noguchi and Katsumi Nakai’s sculptures by Luxembourg+ Co., showcasing Japanese craft traditions reimagined in a contemporary context.
From vibrant photography by Tina Barney at Kasmin Gallery to Jessie Henson’s gilded bronze “Monument” series presented by Anthony Meier Fine Arts, each piece was selected to engage viewers and spark conversations. This year’s exhibitors ranged from New York mainstays like Lehmann Maupin and Pace Prints to first-time participants including Hales Gallery and Timothy Taylor.
What to Expect: Spotlight On… Houston
This year, The Art Show introduced an annual initiative called “Spotlight On…,” which highlights a different city each year. The inaugural edition focused on Houston’s vibrant art community, providing a platform for artists, curators, museum directors, and collectors from Houston to present their unique perspectives. Key participants included Inman Gallery, McClain Gallery, and Sicardi | Ayers | Bacino, among others, who shared insights into Houston’s creative culture through panel discussions and a new short film by Walley Films.
Exclusive Programs and Panels
Visitors attended a range of programs covering significant topics in the art world, many centered on Houston’s impact. Highlights included:
- Looking Ahead: Houston Museums Chart a Course for the Future – Institutional leaders discussed sustainability and diversity in museum collections.
- Redrawing the Playing Field: Houston’s Alternative Art Spaces – Exploring how community spaces are reimagining art accessibility and engagement.
- Life and Art: Tina Barney in Conversation with Judith Thurman – Celebrated artist Tina Barney joined The New Yorker’s Judith Thurman to discuss Barney’s works showcased by Kasmin.
Kasmin Gallery
These programs, free with fair admission, provided a unique chance to hear from top figures in the industry.
Support a Great Cause with Your Ticket
Beyond the art, The Art Show raised funds for the Henry Street Settlement, supporting its mission to provide crucial services to New Yorkers in need. Since the fair’s inception, over $37 million has been raised for this esteemed organization.
The Art Show 2024
- Location: Park Avenue Armory, New York
- Dates: October 30 – November 2, 2024
- Benefit Preview Gala: October 29, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
For more information on exhibitors, programming, and how to support the Henry Street Settlement, visit The Art Show’sofficial website.
