Art in the Twenty-First Century

A collage of four artists: a woman sits on marble steps, a man is scanned by cameras, a smiling woman in a kitchen, and someone with face paint being applied.

Next Episode of Art21’s Art in the Twenty-First Century to Premiere in June

by Art21May 19, 2026

“Human Nature” spotlights the creative practices of artists Lenka Clayton, Josh Kline, Delcy Morelos, and Sin Wai Kin, exploring the concerns at the heart of what it means to be human. Watch the trailer. New York, New York—May 18, 2026—Art21 announces the premiere of “Human Nature,” the next episode of its acclaimed documentary series Art […]

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A collage of four artists: one sculpts clay, one draws on a wall, one plays piano outdoors, and one adjusts a large iridescent artwork.

Spring 2026 to Feature New Documentaries, Screenings, Artist Talks, and a New Episode of Art in the Twenty-First Century

by Art21January 28, 2026

Spring 2026 to Feature New Documentaries, Screenings, Artist Talks, and a New Episode of Art in the Twenty-First Century

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A collage of four photos: a woman looking at papers, a man riding a scooter, a person measuring wood, and a man sitting at a desk with art supplies.

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 […]

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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 […]

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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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