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Brick street facade and entrance of Dia Chelsea on West 22nd Street, with the Dia logo and 7000 Oaks basalt stones

Dia Chelsea

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Dia Chelsea is the New York City home of the Dia Art Foundation, occupying a row of connected former warehouses on West 22nd Street that were renovated and reopened in 2021. When it first opened in 1987 it was the first art museum in Chelsea and helped turn the neighborhood into a global gallery district. Rather than showing a permanent collection, Dia Chelsea presents in-depth, long-term exhibitions devoted to one or two artists at a time, alongside performances, readings, and public programs. Admission is free.

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Performance of David Lamelas's 1416 m3 at Dia Chelsea, February 2026

David Lamelas: The Machine

A comprehensive survey of Argentine Conceptual artist David Lamelas, tracing his work from 1965 to today across film, sculpture and performance, unfolding as exhibition, film program and live work.

Now showing6 Mar – 16 Jan 2027Free
Portrait of composer Éliane Radigue

Éliane Radigue: States of Listening

Co-organized with Blank Forms, this show restages French composer Éliane Radigue's pulsating 1970s sonic installations in Dia's program space, with live synthesizer and acoustic performances.

Upcoming4 Dec – 13 Feb 2027Free

Permanent Collections

Joseph Beuys, 7000 Oaks

Joseph Beuys's ongoing ecological artwork: basalt stone columns paired with trees planted along West 22nd Street outside Dia Chelsea, extending his 1982 Kassel project to 39 stone-and-tree pairings.

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Getting there

537 West 22nd Street, New York, NY 10011

Nearest station: 23rd St (C, E), 23rd St (1) and 23rd St (F, M)

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Wed12:00–18:00
Thu12:00–18:00
Fri12:00–18:00
Sat12:00–18:00
SunClosed

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Visitor Information

Is Dia Chelsea free to visit?
Yes, general admission to Dia Chelsea is free. Some special exhibitions may charge a separate ticket, so check the museum's website before visiting.
What are the opening hours of Dia Chelsea?
Dia Chelsea is open Wednesday to Saturday 12:00 to 18:00; closed Sunday to Tuesday and major holidays. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.
Where is Dia Chelsea?
Dia Chelsea is located at 537 West 22nd Street, New York, NY 10011, in the Chelsea area of New York. The nearest stations are 23rd St (C, E), 23rd St (1) and 23rd St (F, M).
What can I see at Dia Chelsea?
Spare brick galleries in West Chelsea where Dia stages immersive, long-run solo shows by single artists. Free to enter. Current highlights include Joseph Beuys, 7000 Oaks, Éliane Radigue: States of Listening and David Lamelas: The Machine.
Do I need to book Dia Chelsea in advance?
Dia Chelsea is free to enter and most days you can walk in. For special exhibitions, weekends, and school holidays, booking a timed slot can help you skip queues. Check the museum's website for current requirements.
When is the best time to visit Dia Chelsea?
Weekday mornings shortly after opening are typically the quietest, especially mid-week. Late afternoons can also be calmer. Weekends, school holidays, and the lunch rush are the busiest periods.

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