12 Must-See U.S. Museum Shows of 2024

We are eagerly anticipating an art-filled year ahead at International Art Acquisitions. Here at the gallery, there are several new works arriving, and a growing list of upcoming exhibitions. This year also promises a full calendar of domestic and international art fairs and auctions. And outside the world of art sales there are several exhibitions here in the United States worth seeing.

From thought-provoking retrospectives to groundbreaking surveys, these shows promise to inspire and captivate audiences from coast to coast.

Archibald J. Motley, Jr., Black Belt (1934) Collection of the Hampton University Museum, Hampton, Virginia © Estate of Archibald John Motley Jr. All reserved rights 2023 / Bridgeman Images Image courtesy Hampton University

“Zanele Muholi: Eye Me”
Location: San Francisco Museum of Modern Art
Dates: January 18–August 11, 2024

  • Delve into the compelling work of South African artist Zanele Muholi, whose poignant photographs and multimedia creations offer a profound exploration of Black queer identity and activism.

“Giants”
Location: Brooklyn Museum of Art
Dates: February 10–July 7, 2024

  • Immerse yourself in the monumental collection of Swizz Beatz and Alicia Keys, showcasing over 100 works by renowned artists of color, including Kehinde Wiley, Lorna Simpson, and Jean-Michel Basquiat.

“The Harlem Renaissance and Transatlantic Modernism”
Location: The Metropolitan Museum of Art
Dates: February 25–July 28, 2024

  • Explore the vibrant cultural movement of the Harlem Renaissance through a diverse array of artworks, shedding light on the profound influence of Black artists during a transformative era in American history.
Ecce Homo, from Poncher Hours, (about 1500). Collection of the J. Paul Getty Museum, Los Angeles.

“Blood: Medieval/Modern”
Location: J. Paul Getty Museum, Los Angeles
Dates: February 27–May 19, 2024

  • Journey through the complex symbolism of blood in art, from medieval illuminated manuscripts to contemporary interpretations, exploring themes of identity, mortality, and societal taboos.

“Janet Sobel: All-Over”
Location: The Menil Collection
Dates: February 23–August 11, 2024

  • Rediscover the pioneering work of Janet Sobel, whose innovative drip paintings predated the Abstract Expressionist movement, offering fresh insights into her influential yet overlooked legacy.

“Joyce J. Scott: Walk a Mile in My Dreams”
Location: The Baltimore Museum of Art
Dates: March 24—July 14, 2024

  • Experience the powerful retrospective of Joyce J. Scott, a masterful artist whose intricate jewelry and sculptures explore themes of race, gender, and social justice with unparalleled depth and nuance.

“Toshiko Takaezu: Worlds Within”
Location: Noguchi Foundation and Garden Museum
Dates: March 20—July 28, 2024

  • Celebrate the centennial of Toshiko Takaezu’s birth with a comprehensive retrospective, showcasing the artist’s pioneering contributions to ceramic art and her exploration of hidden worlds within sculptural forms.
Käthe Kollwitz, The Parents (Die Eltern) from War (Krieg), (1921–22), published 1923. One from a portfolio of seven woodcuts. The Museum of Modern Art, New York. Gift of the Arnhold Family in memory of Sigrid Edwards. © 2023 Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York / VG Bild-Kunst, Bonn.

“Kathe Kollwitz”
Location: The Museum of Modern Art
Dates: March 31—July 20, 2024

  • Delve into the profound oeuvre of Kathe Kollwitz, a seminal figure in German expressionism, whose emotive drawings and prints offer poignant reflections on the human condition amidst the tumult of the 20th century.

“Firelei Báez”
Location: Institute of Contemporary Art, Boston
Dates: April 4–September 2, 2024

  • Experience the mesmerizing world of Firelei Báez, whose vibrant paintings and installations blend history, mythology, and Afro-Caribbean culture to create immersive narratives that challenge and inspire.

“Christina Ramberg: A Retrospective”
Location: Art Institute of Chicago
Dates: April 20–August 11, 2024

  • Dive into the enigmatic world of Christina Ramberg, whose provocative paintings and textiles explore themes of femininity, desire, and identity with a bold and innovative spirit.

“Jenny Holzer: Light Line”
Location: Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum, New York
Dates: May 17–September 29, 2024

  • Experience the mesmerizing power of language with Jenny Holzer’s iconic text-based artworks, spanning from the iconic Truisms to innovative LED installations that illuminate the Guggenheim’s iconic rotunda.
Mary Stevenson Cassatt, Maternal Caress (1896). Bequest of Aaron E. Carpenter. Collection of the Philadelphia Museum of Art.

“Mary Cassatt at Work”
Location: Philadelphia Museum of Art
Dates: May 18–September 8, 2024

  • Discover the pioneering work of Mary Cassatt, whose intimate portrayals of women and children offer nuanced reflections on gender, labor, and everyday life in 19th-century America.

As we embark on this art-filled journey through 2024, let these exhibitions inspire and enrich your cultural experiences. Join us in celebrating the transformative power of art and the boundless creativity of the human spirit.

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