Winter Art Exhibitions in Washington, D.C.: A Seasonal Cultural Calendar

This article highlights several art exhibitions currently on display at various museums in Washington D.C. Here’s a summary of each exhibition:

1. “Basquiat × Banksy” at the Hirshhorn: This exhibition brings together significant paintings by Jean-Michel Basquiat and Banksy, exploring their responses to street culture and society.

1. “Jessica Diamond: Wheel Of Life” at the Hirshhorn: This installation features an immersive work by Jessica Diamond that explores themes of time, memory, and the passage of life.

2. “Basquiat × Banksy” also appears in a dialogue with other contemporary artists like JR and José Parlá, highlighting their influence within the global street art scene.

3. “American Vignettes: Symbols, Society, and Satire” at the Rubell Museum: This exhibition showcases over 100 artworks from the Rubells’ collection, exploring themes of American identity, society, and satire. It is divided into four sections: “Symbols,” “Society,” and “Satire,” each dissecting different facets of American life.

4. The exhibitions also feature works by artists like Sterling Ruby, Vaughn Spann, Natalie Ball, Glenn Ligon, David Hammons, Karon Davis, Danie Cansino, Njideka Akunyili Crosby, Kerry James Marshall, Robert Colescott, Kara Walker, Josh Kline, William Pope.L, and Richard Prince.

5. “Jessica Diamond: Wheel Of Life” at the Hirshhorn: This installation features an immersive work by Jessica Diamond that explores themes of time, memory, and the passage of life.

6. The Rubell Museum’s exhibitions are a reflection of its mission to contribute to national conversations on pressing issues.

These exhibitions showcase a diverse range of artistic perspectives and styles, from street art to conceptual installations, and offer a nuanced exploration of American identity, society, and satire.