Woodward Gallery, Contemporary art gallery in Lower East Side, United States
Woodward Gallery is an art gallery on Eldridge Street displaying contemporary works across various styles and mediums. The space presents pieces ranging from surrealism and abstract expressionism to pop art and street art within its exhibition areas.
The gallery was founded in 1994 starting in Times Square at a theater venue before relocating several times. Its moves took it through Lafayette Street and SoHo neighborhoods before arriving at its current Lower East Side location.
The gallery functions as a gathering place for artists and art lovers in the Lower East Side, shaping how contemporary works interact with the neighborhood's visual life. Visitors experience how different artistic movements are presented and discussed within this active arts community.
Large display windows allow viewing of artwork from the street at any time of day or night without entering. For a more personal experience, visitors can arrange private appointments to explore current exhibitions with gallery staff.
The gallery created an art project about the events of September 11 that traveled to cities nationwide, blending scientific perspectives with artistic works. This collaboration between the gallery, a college research lab, and city officials resulted in something rarely seen in the art world.
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