NYU’s Gallatin Galleries presents Digital Twinz: Hip‑Hop Futurism, Archives, and Algorythms, an immersive exhibition exploring the intersection of hip‑hop culture and cutting‑edge digital media. The show runs January 29 – February 25, 2026, and is free and open to the public at the Gallatin Galleries, 1 Washington Place, New York, NY.
Curated by Martha Diaz and Keith Miller, Digital Twinz investigates how hip‑hop memory and innovation coexist in the digital age. From AI-driven installations and AR/VR experiences to interactive archives and comic-inspired alter-egos, the exhibition explores hip‑hop’s evolving identity, highlighting its role as both cultural record and futuristic experiment.
The “Digital Twinz” concept reflects hip‑hop’s mirrored presence across technology and time, revealing how legacy, creativity, and digital experimentation continually reshape the culture. Visitors are invited to engage with immersive works that mix sound, visuals, performance, and interactive media, demonstrating how hip‑hop remains a force for innovation, storytelling, and community expression.
Featured Artists & Collaborators
- Remixx Watson – Digital artist & technologist
- Hip‑Hop Comics Collective – Creators of hip‑hop inspired comics
- Refik Anadol – AI & data-driven installations
- Takashi Murakami – Renowned contemporary artist
Exhibition Details
- 📍 Location: Gallatin Galleries, NYU, 1 Washington Place, New York, NY
- 📅 Dates: January 29 – February 25, 2026
- 🕐 Hours: Mon–Fri, 10 AM–6 PM; Sat, 10 AM–6 PM
- 🎉 Opening Reception: Thursday, January 29, 2026, 6–8 PM
- 💰 Admission: Free
Digital Twinz invites audiences to experience hip‑hop not just as a musical genre, but as a visionary, digitally empowered cultural movement—bridging past, present, and future.
