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Announced · Opens 3 Apr 2027

Glenn Ligon: Subtext

Glenn Ligon: Subtext opens at National Gallery of Art, Washington, D.C., United States, on April 3, 2027 and runs to September 6, 2027.

Last verified October 28, 2026 · Official source ↗

The National Gallery of Art presents a major survey of Glenn Ligon, examining four decades of his engagement with text, history, literature, and culture. Spanning drawings, prints, paintings, and neon sculptures, the display pairs famous works and recent creations with a special gallery of pieces Ligon selected to showcase creative conversations with other artists.

Venue

  1. National Gallery of Art
    Washington, D.C., United States · April 3 – September 6, 2027
    Opens 3 Apr 2027

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