The wait is over: The Studio Museum in Harlem has officially reopened. Prepare for an autumn of exploration and exhibit hopping.
The uptown institution closed its doors in 2018 for construction, and now, a seven-floor, 82,000-square-foot space is ready for the community, courtesy of Adjaye Associates and executive architect Cooper Robertson.
“As our historic homecoming approaches, I am reflecting on the transformative vision of the artists, supporters, and community members who have helped us shape this pivotal moment in our legacy,” said Thelma Golden, Ford Foundation Director and Chief Curator of the Studio Museum in Harlem.
She continued, “Our breathtaking new building is an invaluable space and a tribute to the Museum’s mission and the vitality of artists of African descent. I am thrilled to welcome everyone back to a reimagined Studio Museum, rooted in Harlem and resonating.”
All about The Studio Museum in Harlem’s reopening
To kick off the stellar return, there was a free community day on Saturday, November 15th featuring performances, games, giveaways, and DJ sets.
As far as what the Harlem space will look like on a regular basis? It’ll be open Wednesdays through Sundays from 11am to 6pm. Put an end to Sunday Scaries with Studio Sundays, which includes drop-in art-making workshops, guided family tours, gallery talks, and storytimes.
There will be a presentation of Tom Lloyd’s work, who was the subject of the Studio Museum’s inaugural exhibition in 1968. Additionally, there will be a rotating installation of works from the Museum’s distinguished permanent collection — over 9,000 pieces with works from all the way back to the 1800s.
Laurie Cumbo, New York City Cultural Affairs Commissioner, said, “The Studio Museum in Harlem is a pillar of our city’s cultural landscape, fostering generations of artists from the African diaspora and driving a global transformation while always remaining deeply rooted in the community that created it. That’s why the reopening of the Studio Museum this fall is a major milestone for our city.”
Visit the museum’s website to learn more about what’s ahead.
📍 144 W 125th St
⏰ Wednesdays-Sundays 11am-6pm
💰 Suggested: $16 adults, $9 seniors