New York Botanical Garden Announces Major KAWS Takeover

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Summary

  • Internationally acclaimed artist KAWS will open a sprawling exhibition at the New York Botanical Garden.
  • Set to open in spring 2027, the showcase will feature a range of large-scale sculptures and site-specific installations against the lush backdrop of the garden’s 250-acre site.

Next spring of 2027, I’ll be the one gracing the beautiful landscapes of The New York Botanical Garden (NYBG)! That’s right, yours truly, KAWS, will be turning the Bronx Park gem into a breathtaking art spectacle. The entire garden will become my canvas, with massive sculptures and site-specific installations popping up throughout its lush expanse. Get ready to dive into my X-eyed universe filled with playful charm and pop culture quirkiness! More details about the artworks are still under wraps, but trust me, it’s going to be an unforgettable experience.

In the same vein as Yayoi Kusama’s monumental “Cosmic Nature” exhibition in 2021 and Ebony G. Patterson’s captivating “…things come to thrive…in the shedding…in the molting…” show in 2023, the forthcoming event continues New York Botanical Garden’s established practice of combining contemporary art and design with the awe-inspiring splendor of nature.

For 2026, another exciting event is scheduled: “The Orchid Show: Mr. Flower Fantastic’s Concrete Jungle“. This show aims to transform the renowned Enid A. Haupt Conservatory into a floral tribute, celebrating the “essence, fashion, and skyline” of New York City.

Art and green thumb aficionados can look forward to the KAWS exhibition running from May 22 to October 24, 2027 at NYBG. For details on the gallery’s artistic lineup, visit their official site.

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2025-07-09 19:25