The ultimate guide to art galleries this spring

This gallery in the Flatiron district specializes in contemporary art. Currently on view through June 11 is an exhibition that pays tribute to American abstract artist Babe Shapiro (1927–2016) and focuses particularly on his paintings from the ’70s and ’80s. Following that is the very popular and much anticipated annual group exhibition “The Summer Show,” which opens June 17 and features more than 40 works in various media—including painting, sculpture, works on paper, photography, video and installation—by gallery and guest artists. 39 E 29th St, second floor (212-576-2032, dmcontemporary.com). Wed–Fri noon–6pm, Sat noon–4pm (Please note: Summer hours begin June 17).

Photograph: Courtesy DM Contemporary

Founded in 1889, NAWA kicks off spring in its bright new gallery in the Artists’ Studios Building, continuing its reputation for bold and brilliant artworks. May’s bouquet offers Dale M. Reid’s photography, June features Cornelia Kavanagh’s unique sculptures, and for July, it hosts the members’ exhibit “Small Works.” NAWA’S 2016 offerings are in full bloom. 315 W 39th St, suite 508 (212-650-0624, thenawa.org). Tue–Fri 10am–5pm.

With a focus on American and European art from the 18th century to the present, Hirschl & Adler specializes in paintings, sculpture, works on paper, furniture and decorative arts. The current show “Shout for Tomorrow” features works by Donald Baechler, Michael Berryhill, Katherine Bradford, Freddie Brice, Bendix Harms, Andy Mister and Gladys Nilsson. 730 Fifth Ave, fourth floor (212-535-8810, hirschlandadler.com). Tue–Fri 9:30am–5:15pm; Sat 9:30am–4:45pm; Mon by appointment.

Michael Werner opened its gallery doors on New York’s Upper East Side in 1990. The space presents modern and contemporary European and American art. Since the opening of his first gallery in 1963, Werner & Katz in Berlin, Werner has represented artists such as Marcel Broodthaers, James Lee Byars, Peter Doig, Jörg Immendorff, Allen Jones, Per Kirkeby, Markus Lüpertz, A.R. Penck, Sigmar Polke and Don Van Vliet. Werner opened a new gallery location in Mayfair, London, in 2012. 4 E 77th St (212-988-1623, michaelwerner.com). Mon–Sat 10am–6pm.

Photograph: Courtesy Michael Werner Gallery, New York and London

980 Madison Ave (212-744-2313, gagosian.com). Tue–Sat 10am–6pm.

976 Madison Ave (212-744-2313, gagosian.com). Tue–Sat 10am–6pm.

821 Park Ave (212-796-1228, gagosian.com). Tue–Sat 10am–6pm.

18 E 79th St (212-734-6300, acquavellagalleries.com). Mon–Fri 10am–5pm.

17 E 82nd St (646-964-4276, galeriebuchholz.de). Tue–Sat 10am–6pm.

12 E 94th St (646-672–9212, salon94.com). By appointment only.

The Untitled Space specializes in contemporary artists exploring conceptual framework and highlights a program of “Women in Art.” Currently on view through Saturday 21, “In the Raw: The Female Gaze on the Nude” is an exhibit of 20 female artists and their intimate vision on the nude, curated by the gallery’s director Indira Cesarine and also Coco Dolle. 45 Lispenard St, unit 1W (212-780-0960, untitled-space.com). Mon–Fri 10am–6pm; Sat, Sun noon–5pm.

153 Lafayette St, fourth floor (917-783-5737, michelemariaudgallery.com). Tue–Sat 11am–6pm.

This space specializes in contemporary art that is at the forefront of the most pressing issues of society.

Current exhibitions:
Eleanor Antin, “I wish I had a paper doll I could call my own…”
Through May 27
Conrad Atkinson, “As u like it”
Through May 27

31 Mercer St (212-226-3232, feldmangallery.com). Tue–Sat 10am–6pm.

Lisa Cooley is a contemporary art gallery with an emphasis on conceptual and critical practices in all media. 107 Norfolk St (212-680-0564, lisa-cooley.com). Wed–Sun 10am–6pm.

Photograph: Charles Benton

58 Hester St (212-969-9660, ashokjaingallery.com). Wed–Sun noon–6pm.

312 Bowery (212-466-1100, theholenyc.com). Wed–Sun noon–7pm.

1 Rivington St (212-598-3012, onstellarrays.com). Wed–Sun 10am–6pm.

243 Bowery (212-979-0001, salon94.com). Tue–Sat 11am–6pm.

Current exhibition: “Jason Moran: STAGED”
Through July 30
“STAGED,” the first solo exhibition by the musician-composer-artist Jason Moran, presents objects and works on paper, including two large-scale sculptures with audio from Moran’s “STAGED” series that were exhibited in the 56th Venice Biennale. In this exhibition, Moran investigates the intersections of jazz, art and social history, provoking the viewer to reconsider notions of value, authenticity and time. 25 Knickerbocker Ave (718-386-2746, luhringaugustine.com). Thu–Sun 11am–6pm; also open by appointment.

Photograph: Roberto Marossi

56 Bogart St (718-599-8775, blackandwhiteartgallery.com). Fri–Sun 1–6pm.

61 Greenpoint Ave, Suite 315 (718-395–4874, owenjamesgallery.com). Wed–Sun 11am–6pm.