What better way to stay up-to-date with trends than visiting art institutions that set the tone for the entire art world? Our readers from New York are blessed with a constellation of museums and galleries that have something exciting to see the whole year round. Of course, we cannot possibly talk about the NYC art scene without mentioning the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Let’s see what’s on at the palace of art, culture, and history in 2024.
Three Exhibitions to See at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in 2024
South Korean art has been taking over exhibition halls of the big art institutions in the US for a reason. It blends traditional Korean techniques and aesthetics, which the American public did not have a chance to get tired of, and familiar Western influences. In 2024, the US audience has the opportunity to face the beauty, diversity, and complexity of the Korean artistic tradition. If you are interested in dipping your toes into this amazing art universe, there is no better place to start than “Lineages: Korean Art at The Met,” an exhibition that will be on view almost throughout the entire year. Start with some of the antique treasures from the Museum’s collection and follow the history of Korean art through the centuries until today.
Abstract sculpture is always in high demand, and the exhibition titled “The Facade Commission: Nairy Baghramian, Scratching the Back” is a testament to that. Nairy Baghramian, an Iran-born and Germany-based artist, has created site-specific pieces to celebrate the anniversary of the Metropolitan Museum’s 5th Avenue building, in particular, its facade. The colorful, abstract installation stands out amidst the grayish background of the Museum’s niches, simultaneously becoming one with the structure and struggling to break out from its constraints.
The culture and arts of the Pueblo peoples are a crucial part of the history of American art, so you don’t want to miss the first community-curated Native American Art exhibition at the Met. “Grounded in Clay: The Spirit of Pueblo Pottery” includes over a hundred items from New Mexican, West Texan, and Arizonian indigenous nations. From intricately painted bowls and pottery to clay figurines, the show presents an overview of the culture, creativity, and daily lives of the indigenous peoples of the Southwest.
The Metropolitan Museum of Art has something worth your time every day of the year. Make sure your 2024 is always filled with art and creativity, and give the Met a visit.
