Whitney Museum

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The Whitney Museum of American Art, commonly known as the Whitney, is a prominent art museum located in New York City, New York. Founded in 1930 by Gertrude Vanderbilt Whitney, the museum is dedicated to showcasing 20th- and 21st-century American art. It is renowned for its extensive collection of contemporary works, with a particular emphasis on living artists. The Whitney Biennial, a highly influential exhibition held every two years, highlights new developments in American art.

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