Hauser & Wirth Launches Learning Exchange in New York with Panel Discussions
The Facts
On Friday 10 November 2023, Hauser & Wirth launched its Learning program at its New York location on 18th Street with a series of panel discussions titled 'Learning Exchange: Art Education Matters'. The event featured artists and educators including Angel Otero, José Lerma, Mickalene Thomas, Mary Enoch Elizabeth Baxter, and Jane South, among others. The discussions were chaired by Debbie Hillyerd, Senior Director of Learning, and explored how exhibition spaces influence learning, mentorship, and pioneering teaching approaches. The program builds on existing partnerships with Hunter College, Culture for One, and Project EATS.
The Signal
The initiative underscores the gallery's commitment to expanding its educational role beyond commercial exhibitions, creating a dedicated space for dialogue between artists and diverse audiences. For collectors and curators, such programming signals a shift in gallery identity towards community engagement and institutional collaboration, reflecting a broader trend in the art world where galleries act as cultural hubs. The event also highlights Hauser & Wirth's investment in long-term educational relationships, which can enhance the gallery's relevance and reach beyond traditional sales.
The Morning Signal · Daily
Enjoying this? Get the daily wire.
The art world in one daily email — auctions, openings, and acquisitions from 90+ primary sources, distilled into a five-minute read. Independent — no marketplace, no gallery ads.
Join collectors, dealers & curators
No spam · free every morning · unsubscribe anytime
- Artists: Angel Otero, José Lerma, Mickalene Thomas, Mary Enoch Elizabeth Baxter, Jane South
- People: Debbie Hillyerd, Rika Burnham, Adjoa Jones de Almeida, Davinia Gregory-Kameka, Filippa Christofalou, OreOluwa Badaki
- Galleries: Hauser & Wirth
- Locations: New York
The Morning Signal · Daily
Get stories like this in your inbox
The art world in one daily email — auctions, openings, and acquisitions from 90+ primary sources, distilled into a five-minute read. Independent — no marketplace, no gallery ads.
Join collectors, dealers & curators
No spam · free every morning · unsubscribe anytime
The Jobs Digest · Weekly
New art-world jobs, every Monday
The Jobs Digest rounds up the week’s new museum, gallery, and auction-house openings — with salary when disclosed. One email a week, unsubscribe anytime.
