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Artists and Galleries Decry Sale of Iconic Chelsea Building

Last updated: January 31, 2025 7:29 pm
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Contemporary art gallery owner and philanthropist Gloria Naftali dedicated her life to transforming a Chelsea warehouse at 508-534 West 26th Street into an affordable haven for artists, photographers, and galleries. She assured tenants that the space would remain accessible well into the future, even after her passing.

Unfortunately, two years after Naftali’s death in 2022, the trustees of the Raymond and Gloria Foundation decided to put the 400,000-square-foot commercial building up for sale for $170 million. This decision came as a shock to many long-term tenants who had been promised stability in their creative spaces.

Derek Wolman, a real estate attorney and co-executor of Naftali’s estate, stated that the foundation’s primary goal was to support the arts, Holocaust education, and combat antisemitism. However, they claimed that they could not afford to maintain the building while carrying out their charitable mission.

Tenants like artist Judi Harvest were taken aback by the news and questioned the sudden change in plans. Many believed that Naftali’s vision for the building was for it to remain a hub for artists and galleries indefinitely.

Alison Bradley, whose gallery has been part of the building since 2021, expressed her concern about the potential loss of a space dedicated to the arts. The building, originally a book manufacturing company, was converted by Naftali into artist studios in 1993, attracting renowned artists like Glenn Ligon and Gary Simmons.

The future of the building remains uncertain as potential buyers express interest in acquiring the property. Tenants are exploring legal options, including submitting bids to maintain the building’s artistic integrity.

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Chelsea Councilman Erik Bottcher and other officials have requested a meeting with the Naftali Foundation to discuss preserving the building as an affordable space for artists.

As the building continues to host events like Fashion Week shows and gallery openings, the artistic community within it faces an uncertain future. Tenants are determined to protect their creative spaces and ensure that the building remains a vibrant hub for the arts in Chelsea.

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