ART HAPPENINGS
We spotlight museum exhibitions, gallery shows, coffee houses, and occasional coffee festivals where art and coffee culture intersect — including venues exhibiting artists featured in the Coffee Table Art Book. Explore what’s happening in New Jersey and beyond. Have something upcoming? Send us a note.
Claes Oldenburg at the Whitney Museum of American Art
Whitney Museum of American Art — Floor 7
On view through April 27, 2026
Claes Oldenburg: Drawn from Life reveals how Oldenburg’s playful drawings of everyday objects fueled his iconic sculptures. Worth seeing for the rare chance to experience the wit, scale, and imagination of his ideas at their earliest—and most intimate—stage.
Where Words Fail Us
Coffee Table Art Book Artist Stella Kalaw Is Featured In Where Words Fail Us At The Asian Resource Center Gallery In Oakland, CA (February 6–July 19, 2026), A Group Exhibition Exploring Family Bonds And Love Beyond Words.
MAM/See It Now: Contemporary Art from the Ann and Mel Schaffer Collection
Bold works from the Schaffer collection now on view at Montclair Art Museum. A thoughtful exhibition recommended by Georgette Gilmore of Montclair Local.
My America an Illustrated Experience
Artist James Mariano is currently featured in My America: An Illustrated Experience, on view now through September 7, 2026 at the Heinz History Center, in Pittsburgh, PA. The exhibition explores contemporary perspectives on the American experience through illustration and fine art. Mariano has three works included in the gallery from his Peace Shells series, paintings that blend symbolism, quiet strength, and reflection. His participation in this nationally recognized exhibition underscores the depth and relevance of his work, and we’re proud to spotlight his voice within the Coffee Table Art Book community. James Mariano/Coffee Table Art Book
63rd Annual Juried Exhibition at the Masur Museum of Art in Monroe, LA
The Masur Museum of Art presents its 63rd Annual Juried Exhibition, a longstanding contemporary survey featuring artists from across the region and beyond. The exhibition includes work by Payton Brown, a featured artist in the Coffee Table Art Book.
On view February 26 through May 2, with an opening reception on February 26 from 5:30–7:30 PM.
Women’s Month Art Exhibition in Montclair
Women’s Month Art Exhibition at The Quest Emporium – March 2026 (Montclair, NJ)
Celebrate Women’s Month with a month-long art event honoring women and femme identities. Featuring contemporary artists whose work explores identity, lived experience, histories, and culture. Opening Night is March 7 at 5 PM, with additional talks, meet-ups, and special programming throughout March.
Coffee Fest New York
March 8–10, 2026 | Javits Center, New York City
Coffee Fest New York is one of the country’s leading specialty coffee gatherings, bringing together roasters, café owners, designers, educators, and innovators shaping today’s coffee culture. With workshops, competitions, product showcases, and community programming, the three-day event offers insight into the evolving world of specialty coffee.
We highlight Coffee Fest as part of our ongoing focus on the broader coffee culture ecosystem that inspires the artists and creative voices featured in the Coffee Table Art Book.
Philippine Coffee Arts: National Arts Month 2026 Celebration
ALM’S Cafe hosts Philippine Coffee Arts: National Arts Month 2026 Celebration, a coffee art painting workshop and exhibition celebrating creativity and coffee culture.
The event features work by Rens Tuzon, an artist featured in the Coffee Table Art Book, and brings together artists and the community for a week of hands-on workshops and an exhibit inspired by coffee as subject and medium.
February 21–28, 2026
City of Santa Rosa, Laguna, Philippines
