NAWA, 135th Anniversary Annual Members Exhibition, June 7 – 22, 2024
The National Association of Women Artists (NAWA) Presents Its
135th Anniversary Annual Members Exhibition
Opening and Award In-Person Reception
Friday, June 7, 2024 • 6-9 PM
Friday, June 7 – Saturday, June 22, 2024
Gallery Hours: Monday – Sunday, 12PM – 6PM
The National Association of Women Artists (NAWA) is proud to present its 135th Anniversary Annual Exhibition, a prestigious showcase of works by the organization’s acclaimed Signature Members. For over a century, NAWA has championed women artists by providing a platform to exhibit their talents in the artistic heart of New York City. This year’s exhibition promises to dazzle with a diverse array of artwork from artists across the nation. The salon-style presentation will fill the galleries with a comprehensive display of paintings, sculptures, photographs, mixed media, digital art and more. An online exhibition hosted by NAWA and One Art Space will further extend the reach and accessibility of this extraordinary collection.
A hallmark of the exhibition is the over $13,000 in awards and prizes presented to distinguished works, reaffirming NAWA’s commitment to supporting the professional growth of its members. The three esteemed jurors tasked with making these prestigious award selections are: Christine Mossaides Strassfield (Executive Director, Southampton Arts Center), Ksenia Nouril (Gallery Director of Exhibitions & Programs, The Art Students League of New York), and Grace Yeonsook Ji (International Curator, One Art Space).
ABOUT NAWA NAWA, The National Association of Women Artists was established in 1889 by five women artists in New York City. At the time of its founding, it was the first women’s art organization in this country. Its mission was and continues to be, to raise public awareness and interest in the visual fine art created by women in the United States. NAWA provides exhibition opportunities throughout the year and throughout the country for its members and promotes culture through events, education, scholarships & awards. The NAWA Catalog is archived in over ten high-profile institutions, including the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Museum of Modern Art, The Library of Congress, and more. In addition, The Jane Voorhees Zimmerli Art Museum at Rutgers University in New Brunswick, New Jersey holds a permanent collection of NAWA art.
For additional information visit the NAWA Website at the NAWA.org
