Iconic 20th Century Photography

As more people gravitate back to analogue film, a slew of museums and galleries are showcasing leading photographers of the 20th century.

Queer Art & Artists

A wave of shows highlight art that foregrounds queer identity, and explore how that identity has shaped modern image-making across media including painting, photography and textiles.

Fashion: From Rococo to Radical

Crowd-luring fashion exhibitions continue to dominate the calendar.

Indigenous Ways of Seeing

The art world’s embrace of Indigenous perspectives is on robust display.

Worlds of Whimsy

The whimsical, often theatrical experiences and playful aesthetics seen throughout Milan Design Week 2025 are equally evident across exhibitions.

Visions of America

As America’s 250th anniversary approaches in 2026, US museums are celebrating both classic Americana and art that charts the country’s complex story.

Humanity in a Digital World

Art institutions are tackling a defining question of the era: how is technology (especially artificial intelligence) changing humanity?

Ecologically Minded Art & Design

A crop of exhibitions explore how products, materials and architecture/urban environments can be designed in more ecologically responsible ways – and, further, actually help nature to thrive.

Next-Gen Names to Know

Early-career artists seizing the spotlight this season include American hyper-realist painter Sasha Gordon and photographer Tyler Mitchell.