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“With its very interesting beginnings, the Whitney has established itself at the forefront of twentieth century and contemporary American art. The focus on works by current and living artists makes it a bold representative of the finest American art in the world.”

—Ryan Jolicoeur-Nye, Interim Artistic Director, Oklahoma City Ballet

“This small private museum in upstate New York showcases works of the Italian Arte Povera movement. They are expanding the exhibition space and I can’t wait to return once it opens. They also have donkeys on the grounds! The museum offers a quiet and immersive environment to really take in the artwork.”

—Lindsay Aveilhé, Curator

“My favorite museum happens to be the one that has hung me the most. Currently, the Met has an etching of a swan I did from 1990 hanging next to three Van Goghs.”

—Joe Andoe, Artist

“The permanent collection is curated to tell a story of global modern and contemporary art from 1929 to the present through a Catalan lens. Nestled in El Raval, a bohemian neighborhood of the city teeming with street art, design ateliers, and restaurants, the museum’s plaza acts as the city’s unofficial skate park, packed with skaters of all ages and abilities—providing a blend of performance art and placemaking all its own.”

—Jeremiah Matthew Davis, Director, Oklahoma Contemporary

“I prefer smaller museums that do what they do best. Two of my recent faves are Magazzino in upstate New York and the Aldrich in Connecticut. The small building, focused collections, and the feeling that you can encounter something that you never saw before and you can have time with the object or idea without being swept up in the chaos of busy museums, that’s beautiful to me.”

—Hrag Vartanian, Editor in Chief and Co-Founder, Hyperallergic

“I make miniatures of sculpture ideas constantly and just happened upon this museum a few years back. Their fine miniature collection is mind-blowing. The craftsmanship is out of this world.”

—Gabriel Friedman, Artist

“I love when I discover a museum that makes a big impression but exists in a small shell. The Southern Utah Museum of Art makes a statement. This compact, contemporary museum allows for an intimate experience of artwork from regional artists known for their landscapes—and the landscapes of the American West are truly magnificent. Plus, I love its adventurous architecture.”

—Larry Keigwin, Choreographer, Keigwin + Company

“Seeing the Frick’s collection in this brutalist building (while the mansion is under renovation) is a once in a hundred-year opportunity to see some of America’s most important art in a completely different setting—without the robber-baron trappings.”

—Christian Keesee, Publisher, ArtDesk