The METRO Show is truly a fair for the 21st Century – an innovative mix of cultures, time periods and movements. Unexpected combinations lead to vibrant dialogues between works that may never have been formerly (or properly) introduced. 

Appealing to collectors with adventurous appetites and varied curiosities -- let your imagination wander!

What would a Wharton Esherick chair say to a Milton Avery painting? Or what would a 19th century schoolgirl sampler say upon encountering a drawing by Chicago recluse Henry Darger? An Ed Paschke giving a shout out to a 19th century Chinese opera mask. Grandma Moses coveting the Calder-designed necklace situated to the left of her. 

Among the conversationalists:
Works by self-taught, outsider and Art Brut artists
Contemporary artwork
Traditional furniture
Folk art objects and sculpture
Native American material
Textiles and quilts
Ethnographic works
20th century design
and many other social, chatty types

   Highlights this year include:

40 unparalleled galleries from all over the U.S. and abroad

First-time exhibitor Giampietro Gallery presents works by Larry Lewis 

METRO Dialogues, our dynamic lecture series included with admission!    Speakers to date include Barbara Safarova, Professor of aesthetics at
   Collège International de Philosophie, president of abcd (art brut
   connaissance & diffusion), independent curator; Christian Berst/Galerie
   Christian Berst and others participating in a panel discussion on the
   intersection of Art Brut/Outsider and contemporary art. The series will also    include conversations with collectors, walking tours with contemporary artists,    and an insiders' opportunity to discover what rouses the interest of the city's    top interior designers!

Whitney Member Evening.  For members only, this festive evening includes
   tours of selected galleries as well as libations. Whitney Museum of American
   Art members will again enjoy an array of fine and decorative treasures dating
   from antiquities through the 20th century during the Whitney Members Evening
   at The Metro Show on Saturday, January 26, 2013.

Special travel and hotel information coming soon!

Come, expecting to be both surprised and delighted as you turn each corner! Expect the unexpected (as you would, no doubt, predict we'd say!).  In the meantime, follow updates and listen in on our conversations!

GENERAL INFORMATION:
The METRO Show at Metropolitan Pavillion (125 West 18th Street) New York City
Opening Night (Invitation Only): Wednesday, January 23, 6-7 pm Public Preview (by Ticket Purchase): 7-9 pm
Show hours:
Thursday, January 24: 11 am-7 pm
Friday, January 25: 11 am-7 pm
Saturday, January 26: 11 -6 pm
Sunday, January 27: 12 noon-5:30pm
Tickets are $15 for General Admission and $75 for Opening Night.
For general information, visit: metroshownyc.com
Or call: 312-587-7632
Or e-mail: info@metroshownyc.com