NYC Arts: The Complete Guide to Art and Culture

14 Sculptors Gallery

Manhattan

In 1973, 14 sculptors founded this nonprofit gallery in SoHo, exclusively for the exhibition of contemporary sculpture. Shows change about every four weeks and emphasize both figurative and abstract work.

401 Projects

Manhattan

401 Projects is a noncommercial photography gallery in the West Village, created as an exhibition space to showcase the work of both emerging and well-established artists. Many of the exhibits here are mounted by artists to benefit charities.

8th Floor

Manhattan

The 8th Floor is a private gallery and event space established by Shelley and Donald Rubin to promote cultural and philanthropic initiatives. Exhibitions range from historic propaganda art from China to contemporary video art works by Cuban artists.

9/11 Memorial Preview Site

Manhattan

Through models, renderings, films and time-lapse images, the public can learn about the future National 9/11 Memorial and Museum and view construction progress at the World Trade Center site.

ABC No Rio

Manhattan

ABC No Rio mounts seven to ten exhibitions a year at its Rivington Street gallery. Its Saturday Matinee features independent punk and hardcore music artists. Their Sunday afternoon open poetry readings have become a regular gathering, and their Sunday evening series of experimental and improvisational music presents electric, acoustic and jazz.