Galerie de Bellefeuille, one of Canada’s most established and respected commercial art galleries, has announced plans to expand into the United States with new gallery locations in New York City and Miami scheduled to open in 2026. The expansion coincides with the gallery’s 45th anniversary and represents a major milestone in its evolution, extending its presence into two of the world’s most influential art markets while continuing its long-standing commitment to promoting Canadian artists internationally.
Founded in 1980 in Montreal by Jacques and Helen Bellefeuille, Galerie de Bellefeuille has grown from a family-run gallery into a central player in Canada’s contemporary and modern art landscape. Over more than four decades, the gallery has built a reputation for curatorial rigor, accessibility, and a program that balances internationally recognized artists with leading and emerging Canadian talent. Today, the gallery represents more than 100 artists across multiple generations and disciplines.
The move into the United States reflects a long-term strategic vision focused on fostering cross-border cultural dialogue and increasing the visibility of Canadian artists within global art conversations. At the same time, the gallery will continue to present internationally significant works across North America, reinforcing its role as a bridge between Canadian and international art markets.
“New York and Miami represent two of the most dynamic and influential art capitals in the world,” says Jacques & Helen Bellefeuille. “This expansion allows us to further bring our artists into global conversations while remaining rooted in the values and curatorial integrity that have defined Galerie de Bellefeuille for over four decades.”
New York City Gallery Planned for Midtown Manhattan
The first of the two new U.S. locations is scheduled to open in Spring 2026 at 211 West 58th Street in Midtown Manhattan. Located just steps from Central Park and the area commonly known as Billionaires’ Row, the New York gallery will occupy approximately 5,000 square feet within a historic building originally constructed in the mid-1880s. The property is distinguished by its Romanesque arches and preserved architectural character.
Designed by FRW Architects, the Midtown space is intended to serve as Galerie de Bellefeuille’s flagship U.S. location. The gallery plans to present museum-calibre exhibitions in a setting that places it at the centre of the global art market, offering increased visibility among major institutions, collectors, and international audiences.
Miami Gallery to Open in the Wynwood Art District
The second U.S. location is planned for Miami’s Wynwood Art District, with an opening targeted for Summer 2026. Situated at 136 NW 25th Street, the gallery will span approximately 4,000 square feet within Wynwood Art Plaza, a purpose-built cultural development located on a 14,000-square-foot lot.
Designed by Blitstein Design, the Miami space will feature outdoor sculptures and public art installations, reflecting Wynwood’s reputation as a destination for large-scale and accessible contemporary art. The new gallery builds on Galerie de Bellefeuille’s established presence in Miami through its annual participation in Art Miami, further strengthening its connection to the city’s international collector base and global art fair circuit.
Positioning Canadian Artists in an International Context
Across both U.S. locations, Galerie de Bellefeuille will present a dynamic exhibition program that includes modern masters, emerging voices, and a strong emphasis on Canadian artists. The gallery aims to position Canadian work within an international framework, presenting it alongside globally recognized names and engaging audiences beyond the domestic market.
The gallery’s roster includes artists such as Jim Dine, Hunt Slonem, Zhang He, Jane Waterous, and James Lahey, alongside significant works by Damien Hirst, Robert Indiana, Jeff Koons, Alexander Calder, Lynn Chadwick, and Jean-Paul Riopelle. This breadth of representation has long defined the gallery’s identity in Canada and will remain central to its programming as it expands internationally.
A Multi-City Canadian Platform Anchoring Global Growth
In Canada, Galerie de Bellefeuille now operates a network of major gallery spaces across Montreal and Toronto. The gallery currently highlights four primary gallery addresses, three in Montreal and one in Toronto, totaling more than 27,000 square feet of exhibition space, in addition to a sculpture park in Knowlton, Quebec that is available by appointment.
In Montreal, the gallery maintains its longstanding flagship presence on Greene Avenue in Westmount, where two facing spaces at 1366 and 1367 Greene Avenue function as the original Galerie de Bellefeuille and Galerie de Bellefeuille II. These locations remain central to the gallery’s year-round exhibition program and client engagement, reflecting its deep roots in the city’s art community.
The gallery also operates a major contemporary exhibition space at 1455 Sherbrooke Street West in the Port Royal building, often referred to as Galerie de Bellefeuille III. Located in the Golden Square Mile near the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts, the high-ceilinged space is used for large-scale curated exhibitions and significant programming, further strengthening the gallery’s institutional presence in Montreal.
Most recently, Galerie de Bellefeuille expanded its Montreal footprint with the opening of a new location at 1444 rue de la Montagne in the street-level retail of the Four Seasons Hotel Montreal. Opened in August 2025, the space offers approximately 8,200 square feet of exhibition area and is now positioned as the gallery’s Golden Square Mile flagship within Montreal’s luxury hotel and retail corridor. The addition significantly increases the gallery’s total wall space and complements its established Greene Avenue and Sherbrooke Street operations.
In Toronto, Galerie de Bellefeuille operates a roughly 7,000-square-foot gallery at 87 Avenue Road in Yorkville Village. Since opening in 2017, the space has served as the gallery’s Toronto hub, presenting curated exhibitions of Canadian and international contemporary art within one of the city’s most prominent cultural and luxury districts.
Together, these Canadian locations form a robust domestic platform that supports the gallery’s expanding international ambitions, providing the foundation for its upcoming U.S. openings in New York City and Miami and its longer-term plans for further global growth.
