Art in the Twenty-First Century

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New Season of Art21’s Art in the Twenty-First Century to Premiere With First Episode on October 17

by Art21August 13, 2025

“Between Worlds” spotlights creative practices of Sophie Calle, Lubaina Himid, Tuan Andrew Nguyen, and Dyani White Hawk, revealing connections between personal lives and cultural communities New York, New York—August 13, 2025—Art21 today announced the premiere of “Between Worlds,” the first episode in Season 12 of its acclaimed broadcast series Art in the Twenty-First Century on PBS. The episode […]

Four images of artists engaged in different activities: a woman working at a desk, a man using a power tool, a woman gesturing at an art piece, and a woman speaking in an interview setting.

Art21’s Fall Program to Feature New Documentaries, Screenings, Artist Talks, and Launch of Season 12 of its Acclaimed Broadcast Series “Art in the Twenty-First Century”

by Art21July 14, 2025

Spotlighting the creative practices of 23 contemporary artists, Art21’s fall lineup expands public access to the words and works of the most impactful artists working today, including Sophie Calle, Njideka Akunyili Crosby, Delcy Morelos, among others New York, New York—July 14, 2025—Art21 announces its Fall 2025 season of programs, including broadcast and digital premieres, film […]

Art21 to Release Season Finale of “Art in the Twenty-First Century”

by Art21October 6, 2023

Art21 is excited to announce the premiere of “Friends & Strangers,” the third and final episode in Season 11 of its acclaimed broadcast series, Art in the Twenty-First Century, on PBS on October 20, 2023.

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Art21 to Release New Episode of “Art in the Twenty-First Century”

by Art21May 25, 2023

Art21 is excited to announce the premiere of “Bodies of Knowledge,” the second episode in Season 11 of its acclaimed broadcast series Art in the Twenty-First Century on PBS on June 23, 2023, at 10 PM ET.