Firelei Báez has become one of the most sought-after painters of her generation, layering Caribbean history, diaspora and myth into dense, jewel-toned canvases that reward long looking. This Hauser & Wirth show, "Feet squelching on wet grass, nourished by uncertainty," fills the gallery's soaring Chelsea space and shares the building with a Carol Rama survey, all free to enter. With the run ending in late July, this is one of the last weekends to catch two strong shows under one roof.
What to expect
You'll move through high-ceilinged white-cube galleries hung with large-scale paintings and works on paper, with the Carol Rama exhibition in an adjoining space. It's a quiet, free stop that pairs naturally with a wider West Chelsea gallery walk. Give the dense canvases time to unfold.
Good to know
- Take the C/E to 23 St and walk west toward the river
- The gallery is open Tuesday through Saturday, so Saturday is the weekend day to visit
- Admission is free and no booking is needed
- The building also houses a Carol Rama exhibition worth seeing
- Combine it with nearby West Chelsea galleries and the High Line
- Ground-floor galleries are accessible
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Common questions
Is it free?
Yes, admission to Hauser & Wirth is free and no reservation is required.
Is it open on Sunday?
No, the gallery is open Tuesday through Saturday, so plan a Saturday visit this weekend.
Where is it?
It's at 542 West 22nd Street in West Chelsea, near the 23rd Street C/E station.
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