New Museum expansion/reopening (New York)
Key Questions
When will the New Museum's expansion open?
The OMA-designed annex will open on March 21, 2026, doubling the museum's space to 120,000 square feet. This expansion includes flexible galleries that highlight innovative architecture.
What is the inaugural exhibition at the expanded New Museum?
'New Humans: Memories of the Future' explores AI, robots, and biotech, featuring works from artists like Dalí and Bacon to Hito Steyerl. The show connects historical and contemporary visions of humanity.
How does the New Museum expansion compare to other museum projects?
Similar to Crystal Bridges Museum's expansion focusing on Indigenous art and space growth, the New Museum doubles its footprint with adaptable galleries for modern exhibitions.
OMA annex open Mar21 2026, doubling to 120k sq ft; 'New Humans: Memories of the Future' with AI/robots/biotech (Dalí/Bacon to Steyerl); architecture highlights on flexible galleries.
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Updated Apr 17, 2026