Art. Food. Conversation. West Chelsea’s Table.
As autumn settles in, West Chelsea’s gallery district is buzzing with new exhibitions — vibrant canvases, conceptual installations, and immersive storytelling just blocks from Bottino. Whether you’re planning a cultural afternoon or a pre-dinner stroll, November offers an abundance of inspiration. Here’s what not to miss this month.
Fredericks & Freiser — Lamar Peterson: The View from Outside
Through November 8 | 536 West 24th Street
Courtesy of the artist and Fredericks & Freiser, New York.
Vivid, domestic, and deeply human, Lamar Peterson’s new paintings explore the intersection of home and environment — kitchen tables, gardens, and personal rituals set against lush color and light. The gallery’s airy 24th Street space feels intimate yet expansive — a perfect prelude to an evening at Bottino just around the corner.
Greene Naftali — Cora Cohen: A Decade (2012–22) & Monika Baer
Through November | 508 West 26th Street
Courtesy of Greene Naftali, New York.
Greene Naftali pairs two generations of abstraction: Cora Cohen’s layered surfaces dissolve gesture into atmosphere, while Monika Baer (opening Nov 7) brings play and tension to the picture plane. Together, their work feels both reflective and electric — much like the West Chelsea evening light.
Jack Shainman Gallery — General Conditions & Hank Willis Thomas: I Am Many
Through November 29 | West 20th Street & Lafayette Street
Courtesy of Jack Shainman Gallery, New York.
Social reflection meets powerful imagery in two standout shows. I Am Many (through Nov 1) brings Hank Willis Thomas’s striking photography and sculpture to Lafayette Street, while General Conditions (through Nov 29) gathers artists from around the world in a nuanced conversation on material and meaning. Both confirm Jack Shainman’s status as one of Chelsea’s most essential stops.
Harper’s Gallery — Stacy Leigh: State of Disrepair
Through November 8 | 534 West 22nd Street
Digital culture meets painterly seduction in Stacy Leigh’s bold new show. Her work, often hovering between fantasy and reality, questions how identity is performed — and perceived. The perfect stop before a late dinner, or a Negroni in Bottino’s garden bar.
Luhring Augustine — Fall Program Highlights
531 West 24th Street
Courtesy of Luhring Augustine, New York.
November previews include a new installation by Charles Atlas and work by Glenn Ligon — both rich in concept and visual poise. Luhring Augustine’s spacious 24th Street gallery remains a must for art lovers who crave both edge and elegance.
Make an Evening of It
- Start your gallery walk around 5 p.m. at Fredericks & Freiser or Greene Naftali.
- Catch Harper’s and Luhring Augustine nearby as the sun sets.
- End your evening with dinner at Bottino — the perfect spot to linger over a glass of Barolo and talk art, life, and what’s next.
Image Credits: All artwork and installation photography courtesy of the artists and their respective galleries. Images used for editorial purposes only.