About this Event
Join us as we celebrate her 2027 Smithsonian Visionary Artist Award. Meet the artist as she discusses her recent work, and early collaborations.
In Celebration: 20 Years of Gallery Loupe marks two decades of the gallery's dedication to contemporary art jewelry. Founded in 2006, Gallery Loupe has championed established and emerging artists whose work pushes past traditional notions of jewelry through innovative materials, concepts, and experimental practices. The exhibition features artists from the gallery's roster, showcasing the diversity of art jewelry while celebrating the form's power to invite dialogue, reflection, and connection.
Contributors
Celebrated jeweler Rachelle Thiewes, recipient of the 2027 Smithsonian Visionary Artist Award, creates innovative jewelry exploring movement, light, and color. Her work is inspired by the West Texas landscape and El Paso–Juárez border culture.
NYCJW26: November 16–22, 2026
Each November, NYC Jewelry Week presents The Week, a seven-day celebration of jewelry and the people, ideas, and craftsmanship behind it. NYCJW26 brings together a global audience for a dynamic mix of in-person and virtual experiences across New York City and beyond.
Explore the full , featuring exhibitions, shopping experiences, retail collaborations, talks, panels, workshops, demonstrations, tours, and more. Virtual programs will be streamed on YouTube, while in-person events offer opportunities to engage directly with artists, designers, curators, collectors, and other members of the jewelry community.
With many programs free and open to the public, NYC Jewelry Week invites everyone—from longtime jewelry enthusiasts to those just beginning to explore the field—to discover the artistry, ideas, histories, and craftsmanship that make jewelry so compelling.
Join us for NYCJW26, November 16–22, 2026.
Event venue & nearby stays
12 W 29th St, 12 West 29th Street, New York, United States
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