Curatorial Keynote: A Preview of the Whitney’s Inaugural Exhibitions
Sat, Jan 31, 2015
11:30 am
The theater under construction, September 2014. Photograph by Timothy Schenck
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The New School Auditorium, 66 West 12th Street, Alvin Johnson/J.M. Kaplan Hall
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As part of Downtown Member Saturday, learn about the dynamic mix of exhibitions, screenings, performances, and permanent-collection presentations planned for the Whitney's new building in this keynote address by Scott Rothkopf, Nancy and Steve Crown Family Curator and Associate Director of Programs. With greatly expanded space for the Museum’s collection and with flexible galleries for temporary special exhibitions, the Whitney’s new building will open up new opportunities to understand and interpret the art of the present in dialogue with history. Museumgoers will have the powerful experience of viewing the Whitney’s groundbreaking exhibitions in the context of its iconic collection.
January 31
11:30 am, 1 pm
Downtown Member Saturday is your chance to hear first-hand about the Whitney’s curatorial vision and plans for the inaugural year. Learn about additional events.
Open to all members and corporate members, but space is limited. Registration is required to guarantee admission; drop-ins are welcome if space is available. For more information or to become a member, email memberinfo@whitney.org or call (212) 570-3641.