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Chinati Foundation Announces 39th Annual Weekend with Richard Long Exhibition

exhibition · 2026-07-02

The Chinati Foundation, located in Marfa, Texas, has revealed its schedule for the 39th annual Chinati Weekend, set for October 9–11, 2026. A highlight of the event will be the exhibition "Rocks River," featuring new pieces by British artist Richard Long, a knight and Turner Prize laureate. Donald Judd held Long in high esteem, acquiring the artist's 1988 work "Sea Lava Circles" for the foundation's collection. Long plans to explore the Chinati Mountains with an archeologist from the Center for Big Bend Studies to gather rocks for his upcoming creations. Additionally, he will engage in a public dialogue with Sir Nicholas Serota, the former director of Tate Modern. Other activities will include a discussion on artist writing with the Robert Rauschenberg Foundation, a performance by Sharon Van Etten, and an open studio session with artist-in-residence Will Boone.

Key facts

  • Chinati Weekend is the 39th annual public celebration at the Chinati Foundation in Marfa.
  • The weekend will feature an exhibition of new works by Richard Long titled 'Rocks River'.
  • Richard Long is a British artist known for walks and sculptures using natural materials.
  • Donald Judd purchased Long's 1988 sculpture 'Sea Lava Circles' for the Chinati collection.
  • Long will visit the Chinati Mountains with an archeologist to select rocks for new artworks.
  • Long will have a public conversation with Sir Nicholas Serota, former Tate Modern director.
  • Other programming includes a writing discussion with the Robert Rauschenberg Foundation, a performance by Sharon Van Etten, and an open studio with Will Boone.
  • Chinati Weekend runs from Friday, October 9, to Sunday, October 11, 2026.

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  • Marfa
  • Texas
  • United States
  • West Texas
  • Chinati Mountains
  • Big Bend
  • London
  • Venice
  • Italy

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