1-54 New York
Location
🇺🇸 New York, USA
Dates
May 15–18, 2026
Region
Americas
Founded
2015
Galleries
50+
About the Fair
The New York edition of the leading fair dedicated to contemporary African art, held during Frieze Week. 1-54 New York brings together galleries and artists from across the African continent and its global diaspora.
Who Exhibits
1-54 New York brings together established and emerginggalleries presenting modern and contemporary works by artists from across the globe. Exhibitors range from blue-chip institutions with decades of history to newer spaces championing the most urgent voices in contemporary art. The fair's rigorous selection process ensures an exceptionally high standard of presentation throughout.
Why Collectors Attend
For serious collectors, 1-54 New Yorkrepresents one of the most concentrated opportunities to view extraordinary works, meet gallery directors, and discover artists at pivotal moments in their careers. The fair's ancillary programming — including VIP previews, curator-led tours, panel discussions, and private events — makes it an essential destination on the annual art world calendar. The concentration of institutional buyers, curators, and press also provides valuable market intelligence for collectors building significant collections.