The art show is one of the final major fairs of the season, and will feature a special exhibition celebrating the life of Marilyn Monroe.
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- The Palm Beach Modern + Contemporary art show opens with a VIP preview March 19 at the convention center in West Palm Beach. General hours are 11 a.m.-6 p.m. March 20-22.
- This year’s fair features a special exhibition of works by artist Russell Young that depict pop icon Marilyn Monroe.
- The event will showcase 55 galleries from around the world, including works by artists that include Andy Warhol and Roy Lichtenstein.
One of the final major art shows of the season takes place this weekend in West Palm Beach, and it brings with it a celebration of pop icon Marilyn Monroe.
Palm Beach Modern + Contemporary, presented by Art Miami, has its ninth annual installment beginning with a VIP preview on March 19 before opening to the public on March 20 for a three-day run at the Palm Beach County Convention Center, 650 Okeechobee Blvd.
The the show will feature 55 galleries from countries including the United States, the United Kingdom, France, Spain, the Netherlands, Italy, Turkey, Colombia, South Africa and Belgium.
A highlight will be “Marilyn 100,” an exhibition of works by Russell Young presented by Tagliatella Galleries of New York to mark what would have been the “Some Like It Hot” actress’ 100th birthday this year, show organizers said. Monroe’s estate chose the British American Young as the official artist for a yearlong celebration of her life also dubbed “Marilyn 100.”
“Monroe remains a pinnacle of pop culture and art history, and presenting fresh, large scale works that honor her legacy, presented by Taglialatella Galleries, will undoubtedly generate strong engagement and excitement among both VIP collectors and the broader public,” Nick Korniloff, director of Palm Beach Modern + Contemporary and executive vice president of Art Miami Show Group, told the Daily News.
The exhibition also “speaks to the moment Palm Beach is experiencing,” he said.
“The region has long been home to important collectors and institutions that support the arts, and we are now seeing a continued influx of new residents arriving from major international cities where the arts are central to civic life,” Korniloff said.
“Many of these individuals are deeply engaged patrons who understand the importance of supporting institutions, contributing to the region’s cultural development, and serving as thoughtful stewards of the arts within the communities they join. A project like this resonates strongly with that audience.”
The show’s VIP preview is by invitation only on March 19 and will benefit Ann Norton Sculpture Gardens in West Palm Beach. The show will be open for general admission 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. March 20-22.
As the beneficiary of the VIP preview, Ann Norton Sculpture Gardens off South Flagler Drive in West Palm Beach will serve as a satellite venue for the show as it hosts an exhibition by Kevin Barrett, the gardens’ 2026 artist in residence, through June. Barrett’s exhibition, “Organic Abstractions,” was curated by Cheryl Sokolow of C Fine Art, an exhibitor at the show, organizers said. The show will offer a free shuttle between the convention center and the sculpture gardens from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day.
The Palm Beach Modern + Contemporary will feature works by artists such as Andy Warhol, Roy Lichtenstein, Yves Klein, Alexander Calder, Fernand Léger, Sonia Delaunay ad Man Ray. Other artistis represented include KAWS, Peter Demetz, Roberto Ferri, Zhuang Hong Yi, Raphaella Spence and Patrick Hughes.
From Palm Beach, Adelson Galleries will present a works by Federico Uribe that will include four large-scale pieces installed at the entrance to the fair, organizers said. Uribe employs materials such as bullet shells, colored pencils, finishing nails, screws and copper tubing to create lifelike depictions of animals that feature brilliant pops of color.
Adelson Galleries also will present works by artists François Bel, Holly Farrell, Patrick Hughes, Deniz Kurdak, Reynier Llanes, Steven Spazuk, Andrew Stevovich and John Thompson during the fair, according to the gallery’s website.
Vertu Fine Art from Boca Raton will showcase pieces by generative artist Tyler Hobbs, along with works by modern artists including Robert Rauschenberg and Keith Haring, the gallery said on its website.
Monumental growth in West Palm Beach in recent years has transformed the city from what had been a seasonal retreat to what is now a power center, a shift that altered how local audiences engage with art and culture, Korniloff said.
Going into this year’s fair, Korniloff said he has noticed several trends among the new wave of residents and collectors in the area.
“The massive influx of financial firms has brought a more sophisticated and investment-minded approach to collecting. Many collectors increasingly view art not just as decor, but as part of a broader portfolio, with strong demand for works that offer both cultural prestige and long term value,” Korniloff said. “At the same time, audiences in West Palm Beach are looking for more than simply viewing art. They increasingly see the fair as part of a broader experience, where curated programming, access and the overall moment surrounding the art are just as compelling as the works themselves.”
This year’s show will offer an on-site cafe and VIP lounge. Blacklane will be the official black car service of this year’s fair, and attendees can get $50 off a ride with the promo code PBBL2026 using the Blacklane app.
Self-parking is available on-site at the convention center for $10. Valet parking is also available. More garages are open at CityPlace.
More information, including how to purchase tickets, is available at ArtPBFair.com.
Kristina Webb is a reporter for Palm Beach Daily News, part of the USA TODAY Florida Network. You can reach her at kwebb@pbdailynews.com. Subscribe today to support our journalism.
