Image: Courtyard Apocalypse, Drift, 2021, Courtesy of Robert Mann Gallery

The next iteration of Museum’s acclaimed triennial series, The Photography Triennial: After Dark, explores the vibrant and multifaceted nightlife of New York City through the lens of contemporary photography. Delving into what nightfall means to New Yorkers, the exhibition captures the essence of the city’s nightlife and its complex layers.

Once the sun goes down on the five boroughs, the city transforms into a realm of possibility, mystery, and freedom, where inhibitions wane and ambitions grow. For some, the night is a time for work and commerce, while for others, it offers a chance for leisure, entertainment, and social gatherings. These contrasting worlds collide in a unique, electric energy that defines New York City after dark.