The Leslie-Lohman Museum is the nation's foremost home for LGBTQ+ art, and this show spotlights Cuban painter Rocío García, whose dramatic, film-noir-inflected canvases stage charged scenes of power, desire and vulnerability. It's a chance to see a bold international artist in a museum built around queer perspectives, right in the heart of SoHo. An easy, substantive stop between the neighborhood's shops and galleries, with art that has real narrative punch and a point of view.
What to expect
The museum's SoHo galleries present a focused survey of García's paintings, so you can take in the recurring characters, tension and cinematic staging that define her work. It's an intimate, contemplative visit. When you're done, SoHo's cast-iron streets, shops and other art spaces are all around you.
Good to know
- The museum is on Wooster Street; take the C/E to Spring Street or the N/R/W to Prince Street
- The museum focuses on LGBTQ+ art and perspectives across its program
- Some works address mature themes of desire and power
- Pair it with SoHo's galleries, boutiques and cast-iron architecture
- Weekends can be busy in SoHo overall; the museum stays relatively calm
- Check the museum's site for current open days and hours
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Common questions
How much is admission?
Entry is free, with a suggested donation to support the nonprofit museum.
What is the Leslie-Lohman Museum?
It's a SoHo museum dedicated to art that speaks to LGBTQ+ experiences, the first of its kind to earn museum status.
How long is the show on view?
Through late September 2026, so there's a wide window to visit.
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