NYC exhibit to showcase photography from America’s golden age of jazz

GRAMERCY PARK, Manhattan (PIX11) – A free, upcoming exhibit in New York City will showcase historic photographs from America’s golden age of jazz.

The National Arts Club will host the exhibit in its building in Gramercy Park in Manhattan. The exhibit will run from Sept. 5 through Nov. 27.

More Local News

The exhibit will showcase 33 photographs by 14 photographers dating from the 1920s to the 1980s.

“These black and white photographs embody a spirit of excitement and experimentation, and they capture many jazz legends at the height of their careers: Louis Armstrong, Ella Fitzgerald, George Gershwin, Billie Holiday, and more,” said Scott Drevnig, executive director of the National Arts Club.

This exhibit is a partnership between the National Arts Club and Bank of America’s Art in Our Communities program.

“We look forward to sharing these incredible photographs that capture New York City’s iconic jazz scene and legendary artists through our Art in Our Communities program,” said José Tavarez, president of Bank of America New York City.

Finn Hoogensen is a digital journalist who has covered local news for more than five years. He has been with PIX11 News since 2022. See more of his work here.

Copyright 2024 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.

For the latest news, weather, sports, and streaming video, head to PIX11.