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July 12 – 14, 2024
Along the western edge of Manhattan

West Side Fest offers three days of festivities and free admission to museums, special programs for all ages, artmaking, crafts for kids, and more.

FRIDAY, JULY 12 EVENTS AT WESTBETH:

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● Westbeth and The Kitchen will host a Kick-Off Celebration from 6pm – 8pm drinks, music and a chance to purchase amazing posters; : Westbeth Artists Housing will host Art Take-Over activating three iconic spaces in the
Westbeth courtyard with three exhibitions showcasing the work of 35 contemporary
artists, curated by Valérie Hallier, Claire Felonis, and Noah Trapolino. The activation will
be on view all weekend long from 1–6 pm. The Westbeth Gallery will also present the
Whitney Museum Staff Art Show, on view from 1–6 pm.

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Westbeth Artists Housing will host creative programs for kids of all ages from 11 am–1
pm and feature interactive puppet theater with Penny Jones & Co. Puppets. Later in the
day, check out the Art & Craft Market featuring fine art, prints, ceramics, music, and food
from 1–6 pm or join self-guided tours of working artist studios during Open Studios on
the historic Westbeth campus between 2–5 pm. From 1–6 pm, Art Take-Over activates
three iconic spaces in the Westbeth courtyard with three exhibitions showcasing the
work of 35 contemporary artists, curated by Valérie Hallier, Claire Felonis, and Noah
Trapolino. The Westbeth Gallery will also host the Whitney Museum Staff Art Show, on
view from 1–6 pm. From 7–9 pm, enjoy an evening performance from You’re Never Too
Old to Play an improvisational, story-telling acting-workshop for seniors at Westbeth. . The group will present a new piece, Above Ground (Not Exactly a
Comedy), in the Westbeth Community Room

.● The Kitchen will host a Tai Chi Workshop in its 4th floor loft at Westbeth from 11:30
am–1 pm and following the program, The Kitchen will join the Art & Craft Market hosted
by Westbeth Artists Housing from 1–6 pm. Don’t miss the selection of posters from The
Kitchen’s 50+ year archive that will be available for purchase!

SUNDAY, JULY 14 EVENTS AT WESTBETH●

From 1–6 pm, Westbeth Artists Housing will host Art Take-Over activating three iconic
spaces in the Westbeth courtyard with three exhibitions showcasing the work of 35
contemporary artists, curated by Valérie Hallier, Claire Felonis, and Noah Trapolino.
Don’t miss the second day of the Art & Craft Market hosted by Westbeth Artists Housing
featuring fine art, prints, ceramics, music, and food from 1–6 pm. Open Studios also
continue with self-guided tours of working artist studios on the historic Westbeth campusbetween 1–5 pm. The Westbeth Gallery will also host the Whitney Museum Staff ArtShow, on view from 1–6 pm.

The West Side Cultural Network—a group of museums, parks, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions located within a half-mile portion of historic New York—is delighted to announce the return of West Side Fest. Now extended to three days of festivities, the second annual West Side Fest will offer free admission, special indoor and outdoor programming, crafts for kids and families, artmaking activities for all ages, performances, and much more. New Yorkers and visitors of all ages are invited to celebrate the vibrant, cultural village along the waterfront of Manhattan’s west side!
More info , please visit westsidefest.nyc.

DOWNLOAD COMPLETE SCHEDULE HERE2024 West Side Fest Press Release_updated 6.12.24

WSCN members include Center for Art, Research and Alliances; Chelsea Factory; Dia Chelsea; Hill Art Foundation; the High Line; Hudson Guild; Hudson River Park; TThe Joyce Theater; The Kitchen; The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center; Little Island; NYC AIDS Memorial; Poster House; Print Center New York; Rubin Museum of Art; The Shed; Westbeth Artists Housing; West Village Rehearsal Co-Op; White Columns; Whitney Museum of American Art.

FRIDAY, JULY 12 EVENTS:
● Teens are welcome to kick off the festivities with Open Studio for Teens from 1–3 pm at
the Whitney Museum of American Art. The Whitney Museum’s annual staff art show,
titled STAFF ONLY, will be on view from 1–6 pm at Westbeth Gallery, just a few blocks
from the Whitney. The show is free and open to the public. The Whitney will also offer
free admission, artmaking activities, and more during Free Friday Nights from 5–10 pm.

● From 10 am–5 pm, Dia Chelsea welcomes visitors to explore the exhibitions on view
with free admission all day long.

● Hudson Guild will present the Triennial Children’s Art Show from 10am–6 pm featuring
artworks created by children in Hudson Guild’s after-school artmaking program taught by
instructors from the Children’s Museum of Art. Hudson Guild will also host the Déflorée
History Series with artist Valerie Hallier from 10 am–5 pm.

● Poster House will celebrate West Side Fest and the museum’s fifth anniversary with
free admission from 10 am–6 pm.

● Little Island will host a Creative Break: Visual Arts with Georgie Flores from 11 am–1
pm. Teaching artist Georgie Flores will lead a watercolor painting workshop inspired by
the landscape and horticulture of Little Island. This class is designed for artists of every
age. The fun continues in the evening with a special edition of Teen Night featuring other
neighborhood organizations. Enjoy live performances and more at Little Island’s
celebration of creativity and community on the West Side.

● Javier Téllez: Amerika will be on view at the Center for Art, Research and Alliances
(CARA) from 11 am–6 pm. The exhibition features a newly commissioned film
installation and tours offered in English and Spanish throughout the weekend.

● IndieSpace and West Village Rehearsal Co-Op are pleased to present an Open
Rehearsal featuring Divine Riot Company’s performance of Five Times in One Night
from 2–5 pm.

● White Columns will host an opening reception beginning at 5 pm for a new exhibition
curated by Brittany Adeline King and Violet Saxon and featuring work from the White
Columns Curated Artist Registry.

● The Shed will host Summer Sway from 5–8 pm in The Shed’s outdoor, public Plaza
featuring a summer celebration with the community, joy, and liberation through music
and dance.

● A kick off party hosted by Westbeth Artists Housing and The Kitchen will feature
music, drinks, and an opportunity to view and purchase posters from The Kitchen’s 50+
year archive from 5–9 pm at Westbeth.

● Westbeth Artists Housing will host Art Take-Over activating three iconic spaces in the
Westbeth courtyard with three exhibitions showcasing the work of 35 contemporary
artists, curated by Valérie Hallier, Claire Felonis, and Noah Trapolino. The activation will
be on view all weekend long from 1–6 pm. The Westbeth Gallery will also present the
Whitney Museum Staff Art Show, on view from 1–6 pm.

● Hill Art Foundation will open for special late-night hours from 5–7 pm. Starting at 6 pm,
musician Daren Ho will create a new type of sound bath with custom synths and minimal
beats. Against the backdrop of the exhibition Mika Tajima: Super Natural, Ho will build an
experience for visitors to reach a higher meditative state together.

● The Joyce Theater is excited to partner with Chelsea Green Park to present Pop-Up
Dance Performances by the award-winning tap company Dorrance Dance and criticallyacclaimed dance theater company Pilobolus. Enjoy family-friendly, sunset performancesat Chelsea Green (W 20th St between 6th & 7th Ave). Pop-ups start at 5 pm and 6:30pm. Meet the artists during an audience Q&A between sets!

● The Rubin Museum of Art will host a special K2 Friday Night from 6–10 pm with free
admission, art, cocktails, and multiple DJs from the Ragini Festival. From 7–8 pm, there
will be a ticketed live musical performance by a trio of Indian classical musicians from
Brooklyn Raga Massive.

● Join Print Center New York for Print Center After Hours from 6–8 pm. Connect with
lovers and friends of print, enjoy some light refreshments, and check out the exhibition
New Voices: Ritual, curated by Olivia Shao and highlighting emerging talent exploring
the intersection of ritual, art-making, and life.

● All weekend long from 7 am–11 pm, the New York City AIDS Memorial welcomes
visitors to remember and reflect. The Memorial aims to inspire and empower current and
future activists, health professionals, and people living with HIV.

● The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center offers free admission
throughout the weekend. The Center is open on Friday from 8 am–10 pm and visitors
are welcome to stop by to explore the exhibitions on view.

SATURDAY, JULY 13 EVENTS:
● The High Line, in partnership with the Andrew Heiskill Braille and Talking Book Library,
will host Family Art Moment: Dream Wilder with Us from 10 am–12 pm. Celebrate the
creativity and ingenuity of the High Line through artmaking, reading, and learning
activities for all ages. The event includes books with braille and text, tactile materials,
and skilled facilitators to welcome visitors with disabilities. A Celebration of Wellness will
also take place on the High Line from 11:30 am–1 pm, including Zumba, Senior Stretch,
and Tai Chi, in celebration of the High Line’s fifteenth birthday.

● IndieSpace and West Village Rehearsal Co-Op are pleased to present an Open
Rehearsal featuring Divine Riot Company’s performance of Five Times in One Night
from 10 am–1 pm. Later in the afternoon, Open Rehearsal continues with a presentation
by Ali Keller from 2–5 pm.

● From 10 am–5 pm, Dia Chelsea welcomes visitors to explore the exhibitions on view
with free admission all day long as well as a suite of programs throughout the day on
Saturday. Kicking off at 12:30 pm, a free tour of the Delcy Morelos exhibition—the artist’s
first solo presentation in the United States—will be offered. At 1:30 pm, Dia educators
will lead Play Sets with a focus on Delcy Morelos’s work. The hands-on program invites
participants to see, think, and imagine in new ways through in-depth explorations in the
galleries. Join a free concert by Koyoltzintli at 2:30 pm – Soil Sessions will feature
instruments the artist creates with dirt, also replicating some bird songs.

● Celebrate Poster House’s fifth anniversary at their annual Block Party, featuring
performances, games, prizes, and artmaking activities for all ages–plus free admission
all day long! Poster House is open from 10 am–6 pm and the Block Party begins at 12
pm.

● Little Island will host a Creative Break: Celebration of Haitian Culture from 11 am–1 pm.
Celebrate Little Island’s July Family Day with a vibrant exploration of Haitian culture!
Discover programs featuring traditional artmaking, storytelling, drumming, singing, and
dancing inspired by Haiti’s rich cultural heritage.

● Hudson River Park will host Explore & Play, a family-friendly event featuring music,
activities, face painting, and more from 11 am–1 pm at Hudson River Park’s 14th Street
Park.

● Westbeth Artists Housing will host creative programs for kids of all ages from 11 am–1
pm and feature interactive puppet theater with Penny Jones & Co. Puppets. Later in the
day, check out the Art & Craft Market featuring fine art, prints, ceramics, music, and food
from 1–6 pm or join self-guided tours of working artist studios during Open Studios on
the historic Westbeth campus between 2–5 pm. From 1–6 pm, Art Take-Over activates
three iconic spaces in the Westbeth courtyard with three exhibitions showcasing the
work of 35 contemporary artists, curated by Valérie Hallier, Claire Felonis, and Noah
Trapolino. The Westbeth Gallery will also host the Whitney Museum Staff Art Show, on
view from 1–6 pm. From 7–9 pm, enjoy an evening performance from You’re Never Too
Old to Play, an improvisational, story-telling acting-workshop for seniors at Westbeth
Center for the Arts. The group will present a new piece, Above Ground (Not Exactly a
Comedy), in the Westbeth Community Room.

● The Kitchen will host a Tai Chi Workshop in its 4th floor loft at Westbeth from 11:30
am–1 pm and following the program, The Kitchen will join the Art & Craft Market hosted
by Westbeth Artists Housing from 1–6 pm. Don’t miss the selection of posters from The
Kitchen’s 50+ year archive that will be available for purchase!

● Javier Téllez: Amerika will be on view at the Center for Art, Research and Alliances
(CARA) from 12–6 pm. The exhibition features a newly commissioned film installation
and tours offered in English and Spanish throughout the weekend.

● The Whitney Museum of American Art’s annual staff art show, titled STAFF ONLY, will
be on view from 1–6 pm at Westbeth Gallery, just a few blocks from the Whitney. The
show is free and open to the public.

● Hudson Guild will present the Triennial Children’s Art Show from 12–3 pm featuring
artworks created by children in Hudson Guild’s after-school artmaking program taught by
instructors from the Children’s Museum of Art. Later in the afternoon, Hudson Guild will
host the Déflorée History Series with artist Valerie Hallier from 1–4 pm.

● Explore the Rubin Museum of Art’s 20th-anniversary exhibition Reimagine: Himalayan
Art Now with free admission from 11 am–5 pm. Dive deeper into the artworks on view
with free guided exhibition tours being offered at 2 pm and 3 pm.

● A print activation with artist and activist Demian DinéYazhi’ will take place at Print
Center New York from 2–5 pm. DinéYazhi’ will lead a hands-on letterpress printing
activation based on recent work they have been making in residence at Mullowney
Printing Company, currently on view as part of the Center’s Publisher Spotlight series.

● The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center offers free admission
throughout the weekend. The Center is open on Saturday from 8 am–8 pm and visitors
are welcome to stop by to explore the exhibitions on view.

● All weekend long from 7 am–11 pm, the New York City AIDS Memorial welcomes
visitors to remember and reflect. The Memorial aims to inspire and empower current and
future activists, health professionals, and people living with HIV.

SUNDAY, JULY 14 EVENTS:
● Poster House will celebrate West Side Fest and the museum’s fifth anniversary with
free admission from 10 am–5 pm.

● The Whitney Museum of American Art is offering free admission from 10:30 am–6 pm
during Free Second Sundays. Visitors of all ages will enjoy artmaking, tours, classes,
and other special activities that celebrate Whitney exhibitions and community events.
The day also includes free storytimes with The New York Public Library at 11 am, 1 pm,
and 3 pm. The Whitney Museum’s annual staff art show, titled STAFF ONLY, will be on
view from 1–6 pm at Westbeth Gallery, just a few blocks from the Whitney. The show is
free and open to the public.

● A Community Celebration will be hosted at Hudson River Park’s Pier 63 from 11 am–1
pm. The event will feature dance by Ajna Dance Company, henna, community groups,
and more.

● Javier Téllez: Amerika will be on view at the Center for Art, Research and Alliances
(CARA) from 12–6 pm. The exhibition features a newly commissioned film installation
and tours offered in English and Spanish throughout the weekend.

● Family Sunday at the Rubin Museum of Art includes free artmaking workshops from
1–3 pm. Join other families for an afternoon of creativity and self-exploration that both
kids and grown-ups can enjoy.

● From 1–6 pm, Westbeth Artists Housing will host Art Take-Over activating three iconic
spaces in the Westbeth courtyard with three exhibitions showcasing the work of 35
contemporary artists, curated by Valérie Hallier, Claire Felonis, and Noah Trapolino.
Don’t miss the second day of the Art & Craft Market hosted by Westbeth Artists Housing
featuring fine art, prints, ceramics, music, and food from 1–6 pm. Open Studios also
continue with self-guided tours of working artist studios on the historic Westbeth campusbetween 1–5 pm. The Westbeth Gallery will also host the Whitney Museum Staff ArtShow, on view from 1–6 pm.

● Indie Space and West Village Rehearsal Co-Op will continue Open Rehearsals on
Saturday from 2–4 pm with a presentation by Felice Lesser Dance Theater.

● Experience The Motor Company on the High Line from 7–8:30 pm! The Motor Company
will present a new production exploring the West Side Cowboys, the Elevated Line, and
the cycle of urban renewal.

● Chelsea Factory will host Ladies of Hip-Hop’s daylong dance battle, Ladies Battle! From
1–10 pm, witness some of the world’s best female dancers compete in one-on-one
waacking, popping, hip-hop, and house dance-offs. Dance along as an all-female DJ
lineup spins the classics!

● The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center offers free admission
throughout the weekend. The Center is open on Sunday from 8 am–8 pm and visitors
are welcome to stop by to explore the exhibitions on view.

● All weekend long from 7 am–11 pm, the New York City AIDS Memorial welcomes
visitors to remember and reflect. The Memorial aims to inspire and empower current and
future activists, health professionals, and people living with HIV

More information about West Side Fest along with a complete listing of events and programs
can be found at westsidefest.nyc.

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SUPPORT
West Side Fest is made possible through the generous support of our sponsors.
Thank you to our Presenting Sponsors Bloomberg Connects and Mercado Little Spain.
Thank you to our Supporting Sponsors Amazon, Chelsea Market, Pier 57, and Wix Playground.
Thank you to our Sponsor the Meatpacking District Business Improvement District.
PRESS CONTACT
For press materials and image requests, please contact:
Meghan Ferrucci Hannah Gompertz
Publicist Director of Communications & Marketing
Whitney Museum of American Art Dia Art Foundation
(212) 671-8346 (212) 293-5598
Meghan_Ferrucci@whitney.org hgompertz@diaart.org
Image credit:
Photograph by Max Touhey
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