The Park Avenue Armory in New York City came alive this fall with the Art Dealers Association of America’s (ADAA) annual The Art Show. Now in its 36th edition, the event opened on October 29th with a benefit preview in support of the Henry Street Settlement, which has been providing aid to New Yorkers in need for over 130 years. This year’s cultural preview event raised over $1 million, continuing The Art Show’s tradition of meaningful philanthropy. Over the years, the event has contributed more than $38 million to the Henry Street Settlement, its greatest source of funding.
Walking the show floor this year revealed a noticeable shift in the galleries’ exhibitions compared to past editions. The Art Show now reflects a broader and more contemporary approach to art. While some traditional galleries continue to feature Impressionist, Modern, and pre-war works, the event increasingly embraces a diverse range of contemporary styles, signaling a market realignment. The emphasis on solo artist presentations underscores this change.
Berry Campbell Gallery celebrated female empowerment with an all-women artist roster. The exhibit challenged traditional gender norms in the art world, showcasing the work of Mary Abbott, Alice Baber, Janice Biala, Bernice Bing, Dorothy Dehner, Lynne Drexler, Perle Fine, Judith Godwin, Elaine de Kooning, Ethel Schwabacher, and Yvonne Thomas, trailblazing women who defied conventions with their creativity and self-determination.
— Scotto Mycklebust
