Soho, Manhattan A little known room of dirt lies in one of the most trafficked areas of Manhattan. In Soho, above the designer stores, fancy cafes, and tourists crowded on cobblestone streets, is The New York Earth Room. The large room and adjacent gallery once used to be The Dia Art Foundation’s only exhibition space and office. But in 1977, Hiener Friedrich, the notorious art dealer and collector who is one of the founders of Dia, commissioned Walter De Maria…

The Exhibition Last week I recommended a visit to the Glenstone Museum if you find yourself in the D.C. area. But The Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden in downtown D.C. is also worth a visit. They have recently mounted the largest ever U.S. exhibition of the artist and performer Laurie Anderson. The show is on view until July 31st, and will include live performances by the artist on specified dates in conjunction with the exhibition.  The Artist Laurie Anderson is…

Rohan Vasa, Writer The Museum Washington D.C. is known for its museums. They encircle the National Mall and are as diverse as the country itself. But if you want a more meditative experience, drive thirty minutes northwest to the Glenstone Museum in Potomac, Maryland. The museum transports you to a contemplative and serene headspace that integrates art, architecture, and nature into one cohesive experience. Billionaire founders Emily and Mitch Rales envisioned Glenstone as more than just a place to show…

Rohan Vasa, Writer Mexico City Mexico has a deep and complex past that makes its culture one of the most interesting and influential in the world. Its capital, Mexico City, is filled with endless scents and sounds, in part because of the over 22 million people who live in the metro area. Yes, Mexico City is even larger than New York City; it’s the most populous city in North America. Groups of tall buildings seem to make their way through…