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“art too ambitious for conventional institutions”
“Dia” is a name taken from the Greek word meaning “through,” and the Dia Art Foundation was founded in 1974 as a conduit for extraordinary art projects too ambitious for more conventional institutions. Dia’s long-standing philosophy embodies an in-depth, long-term commitment to individual artist, and following an artist’s vision and preserving it over time. Dia believes in the transformative power of art. Dia:Beacon presents Dia Art Foundation’s collection from the 1960’s to the present as well as special exhibitions, new commissions, and public and education programs.
I've always had a bit of a beef with modern art. Well I don't know if "beef" is the right term, but I guess I'm one of those people who don't really get it. I don't see the merit to a rectangle of... Read more
When I think of how much money has gone to this establishment that instead could have gone to schools or housing or the MTA or just artists who are SAYING SOMETHING, I'm enraged. If you do not... Read more
Love going and love the space. There are a few installations that have been there for years, so I would love to see some more new things when I go. Staff were mostly nice, some a little... Read more
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