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Marina Abramović's Inflatable Debut Opens NYC Balloon Museum

other · 2026-06-05

This summer, Marina Abramović will unveil her inaugural inflatable piece, SNOWY/WINDY/SPRING ON THE PLANET Z, at the flagship Balloon Museum in New York City. The artwork incorporates inflatable grass blades, drawing inspiration from her childhood in Belgrade, along with balloons that mimic falling snow. In Miami Beach, Philippe Vergne has been named the artistic director at The Bass, which is set to grow by 2,500 square feet of exhibition space, thanks to a $20.1 million public bond. From June 4-8, the Floating Art Hotel will dock in Monaco Bay during the Monaco Grand Prix, presenting the exhibition 'States of Motion.' A Gianni Versace retrospective will open on June 5 at the Maillol Museum in Paris, featuring nearly 450 works. Additionally, Pace Gallery is reducing its workforce by approximately 50 staff and artists.

Key facts

  • Marina Abramović's first inflatable work SNOWY/WINDY/SPRING ON THE PLANET Z will open the Balloon Museum's NYC flagship this summer.
  • Philippe Vergne named artistic director and chief curator at The Bass in Miami Beach.
  • The Bass is expanding with 2,500 sq ft designed by Johnston Marklee, backed by $20.1 million public bond.
  • Floating Art Hotel megayacht anchors in Monaco Bay June 4-8 for Monaco Grand Prix.
  • Floating Art Hotel exhibition 'States of Motion' includes over 30 artists like Shirin Neshat and Tomás Saraceno.
  • Gianni Versace retrospective at Maillol Museum in Paris opens June 5 with nearly 450 pieces.
  • Pace Gallery cuts ~50 staff and ~50 artists, roster from 135 to ~85.
  • Pace CEO Marc Glimcher cites overextension and market contraction.

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  • New York City
  • Miami Beach
  • Monaco Bay
  • Monaco
  • Paris
  • France
  • Calabria
  • Italy
  • Istanbul
  • Turkey
  • Seoul
  • South Korea
  • DUMBO
  • Brooklyn
  • New York
  • Qatar

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