The 40th Chelsea International Fine Art Exhibition

August 1-29, 2026
Agora Gallery, Chelesa NYC
Opening Reception: August 6, 6:00 to 8:00 PM

Agora Gallery proudly presents the 40th Chelsea International Fine Art Exhibition, a landmark edition celebrating four decades of discovering and championing outstanding contemporary artists from around the world. Marking this milestone year, the exhibition brings together 40 exceptional artists whose work reflects the diversity, innovation, and global perspectives that have defined the competition for four decades. An accomplished panel of jurors selected the finalists: Naomi Lev, curator, cultural programming director, and arts writer; Katherine C. M. Adams, curator, writer, and researcher; and Audra Verona Lambert, curator, arts contributor, and art historian. Their combined expertise and commitment to contemporary art have helped shape an exhibition that celebrates both emerging talent and established artistic voices. The exhibition will be on view from August 1 to 29, 2026, at Agora Gallery, located in the heart of Chelsea's renowned arts district, with an opening reception on Thursday, August 6, from 6:00 to 8:00 PM.