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Jenkins Johnson Gallery Brooklyn

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Jenkins Johnson Gallery Brooklyn
Jenkins Johnson Gallery Brooklyn
Brooklyn - 207 Ocean Avenue - NY 11225
Jenkins Johnson Gallery is a dynamic force in the contemporary art world, known for its commitment to championing diverse voices and expanding the boundaries of the art historical canon. Established in San Francisco in 1996 by Karen Jenkins-Johnson, the gallery has built a distinguished reputation for showcasing both 20th-century masters and emerging contemporary artists from across the African Diaspora and beyond.

With a strong presence on both coasts, Jenkins Johnson Gallery also operates Jenkins Johnson Projects, an experimental space in Brooklyn founded in 2017. This project space serves as an incubator for underrepresented artists, curators, and writers, offering a platform that is deeply engaged with community and cultural dialogue. Located near Prospect Park and the Brooklyn Museum, it has quickly become a vital cultural hub, where exhibitions and conversations foster critical engagement and creative exchange.

The gallery’s artist roster includes seminal figures such as Jae Jarrell, Gordon Parks, and Ming Smith, as well as rising talents like Gregory Rick and Lisa Corinne Davis. Their works span media and discipline, yet share a dedication to storytelling, cultural reflection, and aesthetic innovation. Many of these artists have been exhibited in major institutions worldwide, often with Jenkins Johnson playing an early role in their broader recognition.

Beyond exhibitions, Jenkins Johnson Gallery plays an active role in cultivating the next generation of collectors, scholars, and cultural thinkers. Through its programming, collaborations with influential curators such as Derrick Adams and Antwaun Sargent, and events that engage local voices, the gallery fosters an environment where art serves as a bridge between history, identity, and social transformation.

Jenkins Johnson Gallery continues to shape contemporary discourse, remaining rooted in a mission that uplifts creativity, challenges conventions, and honors the powerful legacy of artists of color.

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