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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
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
Gorgeous architecture and collection of modern art. Dea Beacon is very secluded and difficult to reach unless you have a car or is willing to take ~1.5 hour train ride from NYC, but it's very... Read more
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