What to See in N.Y.C. Galleries in May

Tembe Denton-Hurst’s D.C. Itinerary: Three-Day Weekend

If you’re looking for some inspiration on how to spend a weekend exploring a city, look no further than Tembe Denton-Hurst’s three-day itinerary for Washington D.C. While not specifically focused on art galleries, she does include some museums and cultural attractions that could be of interest to art enthusiasts.

Highlights:

• The National Museum of African American History and Culture
• The Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden
• The Phillips Collection

Denton-Hurst also recommends exploring the neighborhoods of Petworth and Shaw for their vibrant street art scenes.

In Galleries – The New York Times

The New York Times’ “In Galleries” column features reviews and recommendations for art exhibitions happening around the city. Here are a few highlights for shows happening in May:

“Ramiro Gomez: All Roads” at the Jane Kim/ Thrust Projects Gallery

This exhibition features the work of artist Ramiro Gomez, who explores themes of immigration, labor, and the lives of domestic workers through his paintings and sculptures.

“Sky Hopinka: Dislocation Blues” at the Whitney Museum of American Art

Sky Hopinka’s exhibition at the Whitney explores themes of displacement and memory through his multimedia works that incorporate film, language, and sound.

“The Slipstream: Reflection, Resilience, and Resistance in the Art of Our Time” at The Brooklyn Museum

This exhibition features works by contemporary artists that explore themes of identity, community, and resistance.