Peter Freeman, Inc. — Attraction in New York

Peter Freeman, Inc. is one of SoHo’s most compelling galleries—refined, intelligent, and quietly powerful. The exhibitions are consistently well-curated, offering a thoughtful mix of contemporary and historical works that encourage reflection and close attention. Tucked into a beautiful Grand Street space, it’s the kind of gallery that rewards repeat visits.

Just steps away, Grand Street Social offers the perfect follow-up. After a gallery visit, I love slipping into one of their cozy booths and ordering the Watermelon Drugstore—a refreshing, playful cocktail that somehow manages to be both crisp and complex. Paired with their excellent burger or a plate of fresh oysters, it’s the ideal way to transition from quiet contemplation to easy conversation.

Art and atmosphere, just a few doors apart—Peter Freeman and Grand Street Social are a duo that defines the...

Wonderful spacious gallery complete with a "gallery dog". I loved the current exhibtion of recent work by Catherine Murphy (born 1946). Some of her paintings have an almost Sheeleresque quality. Her graphite drawings of women with head scarves from the back appear like a subtle commentary on contemporary Islam with one of the head scarves showing an image of a crusader boat or maybe one of...

Great low key gallery in soho on grand street. Really interesting exhibitions - usually two shows at a time. I saw a photo show with Sherrie Levine and loved it. Would recommend reading up on the show ahead of time but the front desk as a press release and relevant books to...