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Art21 and Ford Foundation Debut Film “Things Don’t Have to Be Like This: A Conversation About Digital Technology & Contemporary Art” Exploring Creativity in the Digital Age

Featuring Artists Morehshin Allahyari, American Artist, and Mimi Ọnụọha, and Directed by J.M. Harper, New Documentary Short to Premiere on July 2, 2025   Watch the Trailer New York, New York—June 16, 2025—Art21 and JustFilms, Ford Foundation today announced the release of “Things Don’t Have to Be Like This: A Conversation About  Digital Technology & Contemporary […]

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From the Executive Director: Sneak Peek at Art21’s 2025 Stories

Curious what’s ahead for Art21 in 2025? Our latest trailer previews eleven productions currently in the works set to premiere throughout the year.

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Art21 joins Bloomberg Philanthropies Digital Accelerator Program

Art21 is excited to announce its selection into a cohort of 200 nonprofit cultural organizations from across the U.S. and U.K. to participate in the Bloomberg Philanthropies Digital Accelerator Program. This program helps cultural organizations strengthen technology to improve operations, drive revenue, increase fundraising, engage broader audiences, and deliver dynamic programming. Through the Digital Accelerator […]

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Art21 Filmmaker Celebration during DOC NYC 2024

On Wednesday, November 20th, Art21 hosted a Filmmaker Celebration to toast an international group of filmmakers, collaborators, and DOC NYC attendees on another incredible year of documentary storytelling. Whether attendees were seasoned contributors to Art21 or newcomers discovering our work, the evening was a testament to the vibrant filmmaker community. Throughout the evening, attendees enjoyed […]

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Art21 to Release Artists & the Unknown—Exclusive Interviews with Icons Like Miranda July, Amy Sillman, and Anish Kapoor

Art21 is proud to announce the release of its second compendium of artist interviews, Artists & the Unknown.

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Art21 Launches “Art21 for Everyone,” an Artist-Driven Campaign Committed to Expanding Access to Contemporary Art

Art21 is pleased to announce the launch of “Art21 for Everyone,” a capacity-building campaign designed to advance the organization’s mission to expand access to contemporary artists and art.

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Art21 Welcomes Dynamic New Board Members from Art, Film, Media, Non-Profit Leadership and Law

Art21 Welcomes Dynamic New Board Members from Art, Film, Media, Non-Profit Leadership and Law

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Art21 Releases New Film: “Heidi Lau’s Spirit Vessels”

Art21 is proud to announce the premiere of “Heidi Lau’s Spirit Vessels” on June 1 at 12:00 PM ET. The third 2022 release of Art21’s award-winning digital film series, New York Close Up, “Heidi Lau’s Spirit Vessels” offers a look into the work and creative processes of the New York City-based artist and first Artist-in-Residence at the famed Green-Wood Cemetery in Brooklyn, NY.

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Art21 Releases New Film: “Richard Misrach: Never the Same”

Art21 is proud to announce the premiere of “Richard Misrach: Never the Same” on May 11 at 12:00 PM ET. The third 2022 release of Art21’s digital film series, Extended Play, “Richard Misrach: Never the Same” offers a look into the work and creative processes of the American photographer.

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Art21 Film Selected for Full Frame Documentary Film Festival

 Media Contact Hannah DeGarmo Manager of Communications [email protected]  Art21’s “Kameelah Janan Rasheed: The Edge of Legibility” selected for Full Frame Documentary Film Festival FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Thursday, March 31, 2022 New York, New York – Art21 is proud to announce “Kameelah Janan Rasheed: The Edge of Legibility,” from its award-winning New York Close Up digital series, […]

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