James Cohan Gallery, a leading contemporary art gallery, has been a significant player in the international art scene since its establishment in 1999. The gallery opened its doors with an exhibition of early work by Gilbert and George, marking the beginning of a journey that would see it become a key player in the global art world.

Located in the heart of New York City, the gallery moved to Chelsea in 2002 with a group show that included Fred Tomaselli, Phillip Taaffe, and Harry Smith. Over the past six years, the gallery has welcomed new artists such as Firelei Báez, Kathy Butterly, Gauri Gill, Omer Fast, Federico Herrero, and many others. This diverse programming includes solo exhibitions of gallery artists and two thematic group exhibitions every year, showcasing a wide range of contemporary art forms, including painting, sculpture, video, installations, photography, and editions.

The gallery's commitment to fostering the careers of its artists is evident in the prestigious exhibitions and collections they have been a part of. Artists represented by James Cohan Gallery have been included in exhibitions at the Venice Biennale, Perez Art Museum Miami, Camden Art Centre, London, Centre Pompidou-Metz, Seoul Museum of Art, National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art, Korea, and Guangdong Times Museum, China.

In 2020, the gallery announced its exhibition schedule for the following years, which includes a diverse range of artists and themes. Some of the notable upcoming exhibitions include "These Days" by Alison Elizabeth Taylor, "Gallery Exhibition at 52 Walker Street" by Federico Herrero, "TIGHTROPE: ????? ?? (IT IS GREEN)" by Elias Sime, "A Mountain Looms" by Jordan Nassar, "Room to Live" by Simon Evans™, and "Messengers" by Shinichi Sawada.

James Cohan Gallery stands as a testament to the power and potential of contemporary art. Its commitment to showcasing a diverse range of artists, fostering relationships with institutions, and maintaining a dynamic exhibition program has solidified its status as a leading institution in the contemporary art world. As it looks to the future, James Cohan Gallery will undoubtedly continue to champion the work of contemporary artists and contribute to the global discourse on contemporary art.