Season 12 of Art in the Twenty-First Century features twelve of today’s most acclaimed contemporary artists as they use art to address the pressing questions of our time. Viewers observe the artists at work, watch as they transform inspiration into art, and hear how they struggle with both the physical and aesthetic challenges of achieving their visions. This landmark season builds upon a quarter century of shaping how audiences experience art and artists today. 

Included this season are: Sophie Calle, Lubaina Himid, Tuan Andrew Nguyen, Dyani White Hawk, Njideka Akunyili Crosby, Ragnar Kjartansson, Candice Lin, Tomás Saraceno, Lenka Clayton, Josh Kline, Delcy Morelos, and Sin Wai Kin.

Major underwriting for Season 12 of Art in the Twenty-First Century is provided by The Anna-Maria and Stephen Kellen Foundation, Lambent Foundation, Agnes Gund, Melony and Adam Lewis, National Endowment for the Arts, Teiger Foundation, Sarah Arison, The Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts, Dealer Tire, Arts, Equity, & Education Fund™, The Horace W. Goldsmith Foundation, Elyse and Lawrence B. Benenson, Stephanie and Tim Ingrassia, and Tim and Lauren Schrager Family Foundation.

“Between Worlds” premiered in October 2025.
“Realms of the Real” premiered in February 2026.
“Human Nature” will premiere in June 2026.