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Handwork: Contemporary Craft Exhibition Opens at the Renwick Gallery
The Renwick Gallery will open a new exhibition titled Handwork: Contemporary Craft on November 13, 2026, showcasing 53 works from the Smithsonian American Art Museum’s collection.Global context ·
Untitled Art, Houston Expands with 98 Galleries Showcasing Diverse Artistic Voices
The second edition of Untitled Art, Houston, held at the George R. Brown Convention Center, brought together 98 galleries, highlighting the city’s growing role as a supportive environment for artists and collectors.Global context ·
Christie’s Hong Kong 20th/21st Century Autumn Sales Reach HK$957 Million
Christie’s 20th/21st Century Autumn Auctions in Hong Kong concluded with a total of HK$956.5 million (US$122 million), surpassing estimates and showing strong global buyer participation.Local ·
Colin Fanning Joins Smithsonian American Art Museum’s Renwick Gallery as Curator
Colin Fanning has been appointed as the Lloyd Herman Curator of Craft at the Smithsonian American Art Museum’s Renwick Gallery, beginning his role on September 21, 2026.Global context ·
Global Art Market Sees 4% Growth Amid Shifting Trends in 2026
The global art market expanded by 4% in 2026, reaching an estimated value of $59.6 billion, driven by stronger auction sales and evolving market dynamics.Global context ·
Art Basel and UBS Launch Series Exploring Digital Art Evolution
On September 30, 2026, Art Basel and UBS released the first episode of a five-part film series examining how technology has transformed art over time.Global context ·
Turner’s £50m Painting Goes on Display in Rome Ahead of Sotheby’s Auction
J.M.W. Turner’s painting 'Rome, from Mount Aventine' has been unveiled in Rome for a limited exhibition before its high-profile auction at Sotheby’s London this December.Local ·
Ann Temkin to Step Down as MoMA Chief Curator in January 2027
After 18 years as the Marie-Josée and Henry Kravis Chief Curator of Painting and Sculpture, Ann Temkin will step down in January 2027 and take on a new strategic advisory role at The Museum of Modern Art.Global context ·
Christie’s Hosts Four Major Auctions During Paris Art Week 2026
Christie’s presented a series of four auctions in Paris from October 22 to 23, 2026, featuring landmark collections with a total estimated value exceeding €100 million.Global context ·
Independent 20th Century Fair Highlights Abstract Art in New York
The Independent 20th Century art fair was held at Sotheby’s in New York, presenting a curated selection of abstract paintings with diverse compositions and themes.Global context ·
Swiss Painter Renée Levi Transforms London’s Hayward Gallery with Vibrant New Façade
Renée Levi’s two-panel painting 'September' enlivens the Brutalist façade of London’s Hayward Gallery from late September to mid-November 2026, marking a unique collaboration with Audemars Piguet Contemporary.Global context ·
Berlin’s Rising Gallery Heidi Relocates to London Amid New Opportunities
Heidi, a prominent young gallery formerly based in Berlin, has moved to London, marking a strategic shift that aligns with the city’s vibrant contemporary art scene.Global context ·
MoMA Exhibition Explores Body Politics and Public Space Through Feminist and Intersectional Lenses
The Museum of Modern Art in New York opened a new exhibition examining the relationship between bodies and public spaces, highlighting feminist and intersectional perspectives through photography.Global context ·
Vancouver City Council Establishes Cultural Land Trust to Support Artists Amid Affordability Crisis
In response to a growing affordability crisis affecting artists, Vancouver’s city council has unanimously approved the creation of a cultural land trust aimed at securing long-term spaces for cultural use and artist housing.Global context ·
Independent 20th Century Returns to Breuer with Expanded Lineup
The Independent 20th Century art fair was held at New York’s Breuer building from September 24 to 27, 2026, featuring a 75% increase in size, with around 57 exhibitors and more than 130 artists.Global context ·
Art Basel Paris 2026 to Showcase 211 Exhibitors Under New Direction at Grand Palais
Art Basel Paris returns to the Grand Palais from October 23 to 25, 2026, presenting its fifth edition with 211 exhibitors from 41 countries, marking the first year under director Karim Crippa.Global context ·
Dutch Museum Displays All 88 Van Gogh Paintings Together for First Time in Over 20 Years
The Kröller-Müller Museum in the Netherlands has brought together its entire collection of 88 Van Gogh paintings in a single exhibition, marking the first time in more than two decades that all works have been shown simultaneously.Global context ·
Blue-chip Artists Lead Christie’s Hong Kong Modern and Contemporary Art Auctions
Christie’s Hong Kong will host marquee auctions of 20th- and 21st-century art on September 29 and 30, featuring major works by Jean-Michel Basquiat, Yayoi Kusama, and Zao Wou-Ki.Global context ·
New York Galleries Embrace Pop-Ups and Collaborations to Navigate Market Shifts
New York’s gallery scene is adapting through pop-ups, shared spaces, and short leases, reflecting a shift toward flexibility amid evolving market conditions.Global context ·
18th Biennale de Lyon Opens Under Curator Catherine Nichols
The 18th Biennale de Lyon opened on September 19, 2026, curated by Catherine Nichols and featuring contemporary art installations.Global context ·
Monet’s ‘Iris’ to Lead Schlumberger Collection Sale at Sotheby’s Paris
Sotheby’s Paris will auction 28 works from the Schlumberger collection, featuring Monet’s ‘Iris’ with a record-breaking estimate for a painting sold in France.Global context ·
UNESCO and ICOM Release Global Survey on AI Use in Museums
A global survey by UNESCO and the International Council of Museums (ICOM) reveals widespread adoption of artificial intelligence in museums, while highlighting significant gaps in governance and staff training.Global context ·
Musica Libera: Two New Events Join the 70th Venice Biennale Contemporary Music Festival
The 70th International Festival of Contemporary Music at the Venice Biennale will feature two additional Musica Libera performances, held at the women’s prison on Venice’s Giudecca island in October.Local ·
LACMA Hosts a Weekend of Art, Performance, and Interactive Events
The Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) presented a diverse weekend program featuring exhibitions, performances, and cultural activities from September 17 to 20, 2026.Global context ·
Eight Artists Honoured with 2026 Governor General’s Awards in Visual and Media Arts
The winners of the 2026 Governor General’s Awards in Visual and Media Arts, one of Canada’s most prestigious arts recognitions, were announced on September 16, highlighting diverse contributions across the country.Global context ·
Biennale di Venezia Opens Calls for Two New Choreographies for Biennale Danza 2027
The Biennale di Venezia has launched national and international calls for two original choreographic works to premiere at the 2027 edition of Biennale Danza, with submissions open until October 20, 2026.Local ·
LACMA Hosts Diverse Tours and Workshops on September 20, 2026
On September 20, 2026, the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) offered a rich schedule of docent-led tours, interactive family activities, and creative workshops across its galleries and outdoor spaces.Global context ·
Swiss Museum’s Major Acquisition Grows After Unopened Portfolios Reveal Extra Works
The Musée des beaux-arts de La Chaux-de-Fonds in Switzerland discovered that a recent donation from collector Philippe Bodenmann includes significantly more works than initially expected, expanding the collection to 218 pieces.Local ·
Tina M. Campt Announced as 2026–27 MoMA Scholar in Residence
The Museum of Modern Art has named Tina M. Campt as the 2026–27 MoMA Scholar in Residence, with support from the Alice L. Walton Foundation.Local ·
Microhistories of the Andes Exhibition Opens at San Antonio Museum of Art
The San Antonio Museum of Art presents “Microhistories of the Andes,” an exhibition showcasing diverse artworks from the Andean region spanning over a millennium.Local ·
SFMOMA Schedules Member Last Looks for Matisse Exhibition
SFMOMA will hold two member-only last-look sessions for Matisse’s Femme au chapeau: A Modern Scandal on September 12 and 13, 2026.Local ·
Virtual Panel Explores Craft Histories Through Archival Research
The Center for Craft will host a virtual panel titled 'Archives in Action' on September 23, 2026, showcasing research by the 2025 Craft Archive Fellows on diverse craft traditions.Global context ·
UK to Standardise Auction Data Amid Sector Push for New Trade Body
The UK is set to introduce a standardised system for recording auction sales of art and antiques, coinciding with calls from the visual arts sector for a new trade association to unify the industry.Local ·
In the Belly of the Beetle: Leah Danze’s Immersive Exhibition at MASS Gallery, Austin
Leah Danze’s exhibition 'In the Belly of the Beetle' was presented at MASS Gallery in Austin, Texas, from August 29 to September 6, 2026, featuring a collaborative and multisensory installation.Global context ·
Eight US Art Writers Awarded $50,000 Each in 2026 Rabkin Prize
The Dorothea and Leo Rabkin Foundation has announced the recipients of its 2026 Rabkin Prize, granting eight American art writers a $50,000 cash award each for their contributions to art criticism and discourse.Global context ·
Musée d’Orsay and Art Gallery of South Australia Expand Collections with Historic Acquisitions
Two notable acquisitions have enriched museum collections this September: a distinctive French ceramic mask at Musée d’Orsay and the first Tudor portrait of Queen Elizabeth I to enter an Australian public collection at the Art Gallery of South Australia.Local ·
Going Underground: The Jewels of Bernhard Schobinger Opens at MFA Houston This Fall
The Museum of Fine Arts Houston presents 'Going Underground: The Jewels of Bernhard Schobinger,' an exhibition running from September 3, 2026, to January 3, 2027, showcasing the artist’s unconventional jewelry made from found materials.Global context ·
Hamiltonian Artists Announces Teaching Artist Residency for Spring 2027
Hamiltonian Artists, in partnership with American University, opens applications for its Teaching Artist Residency for the Spring 2027 semester, with a priority deadline on September 15, 2026.Local ·
LACMA Launches Docent-Led Sculpture Tour Series in September 2026
The Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) will host a series of docent-led tours titled 'In Focus Tour: Sculpture, Then and Now' in early September 2026, offering visitors an in-depth look at sculptures displayed in the David Geffen Galleries.Local ·
LACMA Hosts Docent-Led Tour Exploring Everyday Life in Art
The Los Angeles County Museum of Art offers a guided gallery tour focusing on representations of everyday life and contemporary events within its collection.Local ·
LACMA to Host Drop-In Workshop Inspired by Alfonso Gonzalez Jr.’s Installation
On September 2, 2026, the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) will present a drop-in workshop titled Communities Create LA! My Sign, My Life, inspired by Alfonso Gonzalez Jr.’s Party Supply (Bench).Local ·
LACMA Hosts Free Virtual Program 'Personal Connections' on August 30
The Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) will present 'Personal Connections (Virtual),' a free online Zoom program on August 30, 2026, in partnership with Alzheimer's Los Angeles.Local ·
LACMA Hosts Free Docent-Led Tour on Atlantic Ocean Connections
The Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) will offer a free guided tour, 'In Focus Tour: Coastal Connections, Atlantic Ocean,' on August 30, 2026.Local ·
Eileen Cowin: Between Panic and Paradise Opens at LACMA
The Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) has opened a new exhibition featuring the work of Eileen Cowin, titled Between Panic and Paradise.Local ·
Christian Marclay’s The Clock Concludes at LACMA
The Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) concluded its exhibition of Christian Marclay’s acclaimed video installation The Clock on August 23, 2026.Local ·
Jennifer Steinkamp’s Digital Installation Illuminates Market Street
SFMOMA is projecting Jennifer Steinkamp’s It’s a nice day for a white wedding. onto the Humboldt Bank Building in San Francisco through January 2027.Global context ·
Anna Katz Named Senior Curator at SFMOMA
The San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (SFMOMA) announced the appointment of Anna Katz as Doris and Donald Fisher Senior Curator and Head of Painting and Sculpture, effective August 17, 2026.Global context ·