P.S.1 Contemporary Art Center
Arts & Culture · Long Island City, NY
About
Concrete courtyards and industrial galleries set the stage at P.S.1 Contemporary Art Center in Long Island City. It's one of the oldest and largest non-profit contemporary art spaces in the U.S., focused solely on experimental exhibitions rather than building a permanent collection. The vibe is raw and unpolished, matched by Saturday afternoon dance parties where hot DJs spin for a mixed queer and straight crowd. The outdoor setting makes it a rare spot to dance under open sky. You'll want to check the "Warm Up" series on their website for the full schedule. The crowd leans young and artsy, arriving early to explore the galleries before the music starts. It's a budget-friendly option with pay-what-you-wish admission. If you're museum-hopping, the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) is just a subway ride away and partners with P.S.1 on programming.
"It's uncommon to have an outdoor dance space, and this venue has a great atmosphere."
Features
- ✓Pay-what-you-wish admission
- ✓Outdoor dance parties on Saturdays
- ✓Rare non-collecting exhibition model
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What people say
7 community ratings.
From the community
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“Excellent mixed dance parties in the summer”
It's uncommon to have an outdoor dance space, and this venue has a great atmosphere. You should go. Check the P.S. 1 site for their 'warm up' event.
A visitor · Over a year ago
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of art does P.S.1 show? +
P.S.1 focuses on experimental contemporary art in temporary exhibitions, not a permanent collection.
Is P.S.1 LGBTQ+-owned or specifically LGBTQ+-focused? +
P.S.1 is not specifically LGBTQ+-owned but has a mixed queer and straight crowd, especially at its Saturday dance parties.
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