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"Donald Judd moved into 101 Spring Street in the then derelict Soho in 1968, and over the course of twenty-five years, renovated each of the five floors in the building according to his singular aesthetic. The result is a space that is as much a home as it is a piece of art. The Judd Foundation opened up the space to docent-led tours, where visitors get to see his custom-made furniture, and the art and objects he acquired over the years. It’s a wonderful window into Judd’s entire sensibility."

The New York City Art & Architecture Guide

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"Donald Judd moved into 101 Spring Street in the then derelict Soho in 1968, and over the course of twenty-five years, renovated each of the five floors in the building according to his singular aesthetic. The result is a space that is as much a home as it is a piece of art. The Judd Foundation opened up the space to docent-led tours, where visitors get to see his custom-made furniture, and the art and objects he acquired over the years. It’s a wonderful window into Judd’s entire sensibility."

The West Village & Soho Guide

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Nils Paellmann

Google

The tour of Donald Judd's SoHo home and studio is highly recommended. While photography is not allowed except on the ground floor, the upper floors demonstrate Donald Judd's impeccable taste including his own furniture and many great artworks, including by Ad Reinhardt, Claes Oldenburg, John Chamberlain, Frank Stella, Dan Flavin, Marcel Duchamp, and others. Our tour guide was highly knowledgeable. The ground floor currently has an exhibition on Robert Irwin (1928-2023).

Emily Raycroft

Google

I agree with many of the reviewers who say the tour guides aren’t knowledgeable enough. The space is great and I absolutely loved the huge Frank Stella Harran II. Our guide was very friendly and knew some stuff but would have loved a deeper explanation on Judd’s philosophy and views and why he chose certain things for the loft. Still worth a visit though!

Tim De Wit

Google

Love that they keep the number of people on the tours small. I was on a tour with 5 others including the guide (Who was great). The small group made it possible to appreciate the spaces and art works at a maximum. Thanks!

Annabelle

Google

Visited the foundation last Saturday on Feb 11th 2023. The foundation itself is absolutely spectacular of course however the horrific tour guide ruined it. Not only did she have no passion at all for art and Judd, but wasn't able to provide any insight beyond stating the obvious. All questions were answered by superficial answers. For example, I want to know what's the link between Chamberlain's piece in the bedroom and Judd for instance? Why did Judd move to Marfa to find solitude when in NYC he was apparently all about entertaining? What's the context of Flavin gifting him an installation etc? I would summarize the tour guide as rude, uptight, no passion and a clear language barrier.

Xavi Menós

Google

An incredible space (a five story building in Soho) that helps you understand the work and life of Donald Judd. The problem: the lack of a proper explanation by Judd’s on-site guide. If you don’t know who Judd was or what he stood for, you will end up the visit without knowing anything about him (unless someone on your group has asked). My piece of advice: do your homework before visiting the foundation, if not you will end up properly confused by the lack of motivation and explanation of the guide.

JJ A (JJ2222)

Google

Really amazing opportunity to see the private workshop, home, and living space of the are great artist, Donald Judd. You can't just show up, all reservations for tour are made online with a 3 month wait. It's definitely worth it though. Really a joy to see a home like this.

David Clark-Bell

Google

I visited the Donald Judd exhibit about 2 years ago and had a wonderful tour. The guides were very informative and interesting to hear the stories about how Judd worked. I loved looking at the Dan Flaven's work on the top floor. This building was so important to Donald Judd's use of proportions that it is a significant insight into how he created his work. If you like Donald Judd this is a must-do visit, enjoy!

Ilya Beylin

Google

The visit is a very thoughtful but natural experience, exposing an exceptional taste and provoking reflections on our living spaces.

Nils Paellmann

Google

The tour of Donald Judd's SoHo home and studio is highly recommended. While photography is not allowed except on the ground floor, the upper floors demonstrate Donald Judd's impeccable taste including his own furniture and many great artworks, including by Ad Reinhardt, Claes Oldenburg, John Chamberlain, Frank Stella, Dan Flavin, Marcel Duchamp, and others. Our tour guide was highly knowledgeable. The ground floor currently has an exhibition on Robert Irwin (1928-2023).

Emily Raycroft

Google

I agree with many of the reviewers who say the tour guides aren’t knowledgeable enough. The space is great and I absolutely loved the huge Frank Stella Harran II. Our guide was very friendly and knew some stuff but would have loved a deeper explanation on Judd’s philosophy and views and why he chose certain things for the loft. Still worth a visit though!

Tim De Wit

Google

Love that they keep the number of people on the tours small. I was on a tour with 5 others including the guide (Who was great). The small group made it possible to appreciate the spaces and art works at a maximum. Thanks!

Annabelle

Google

Visited the foundation last Saturday on Feb 11th 2023. The foundation itself is absolutely spectacular of course however the horrific tour guide ruined it. Not only did she have no passion at all for art and Judd, but wasn't able to provide any insight beyond stating the obvious. All questions were answered by superficial answers. For example, I want to know what's the link between Chamberlain's piece in the bedroom and Judd for instance? Why did Judd move to Marfa to find solitude when in NYC he was apparently all about entertaining? What's the context of Flavin gifting him an installation etc? I would summarize the tour guide as rude, uptight, no passion and a clear language barrier.

Xavi Menós

Google

An incredible space (a five story building in Soho) that helps you understand the work and life of Donald Judd. The problem: the lack of a proper explanation by Judd’s on-site guide. If you don’t know who Judd was or what he stood for, you will end up the visit without knowing anything about him (unless someone on your group has asked). My piece of advice: do your homework before visiting the foundation, if not you will end up properly confused by the lack of motivation and explanation of the guide.

JJ A (JJ2222)

Google

Really amazing opportunity to see the private workshop, home, and living space of the are great artist, Donald Judd. You can't just show up, all reservations for tour are made online with a 3 month wait. It's definitely worth it though. Really a joy to see a home like this.

David Clark-Bell

Google

I visited the Donald Judd exhibit about 2 years ago and had a wonderful tour. The guides were very informative and interesting to hear the stories about how Judd worked. I loved looking at the Dan Flaven's work on the top floor. This building was so important to Donald Judd's use of proportions that it is a significant insight into how he created his work. If you like Donald Judd this is a must-do visit, enjoy!

Ilya Beylin

Google

The visit is a very thoughtful but natural experience, exposing an exceptional taste and provoking reflections on our living spaces.

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