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Hauser & Wirth to Open 18th Location in Palo Alto by Spring 2026

institutional · 2026-04-26

Hauser & Wirth will open its 18th global location in Palo Alto, California, by spring 2026. The gallery will occupy a former early 20th-century post office at 201–225 Hamilton Avenue, near Stanford University. The 240-square-meter space will feature exhibition areas and an art bookstore, with large street-level windows. Renovation is led by Argentine architect Luis Laplace, a longtime collaborator who previously designed the gallery's Paris venue in a 19th-century hôtel particulier on the Rive Droite. Gallery president Marc Payot emphasized the Bay Area's significance, citing its community of collectors and museums, alongside Hauser & Wirth's existing presence in Los Angeles. The expansion underscores the gallery's commitment to Northern California as a cultural hub.

Key facts

  • Hauser & Wirth opens 18th location in Palo Alto, California.
  • Opening scheduled for spring 2026.
  • Located at 201–225 Hamilton Avenue, a former early 20th-century post office.
  • Space is 240 square meters with exhibition area and art bookstore.
  • Renovation designed by Argentine architect Luis Laplace.
  • Laplace previously designed Hauser & Wirth's Paris gallery.
  • Gallery president Marc Payot cited the Bay Area's collector and museum community.
  • Hauser & Wirth already has spaces in Los Angeles (Arts District and West Hollywood).

Entities

Institutions

  • Hauser & Wirth
  • Stanford University
  • Laplace

Locations

  • Palo Alto
  • California
  • United States
  • Los Angeles
  • Arts District
  • West Hollywood
  • Paris
  • Rive Droite
  • Bay Area
  • Pacific Ocean

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