The Modernist Gallery at The Modernist Hotel

Blank Canvas in a Hotel
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Private space
38-30 28th Street, Queens, NY 11101 –
Long Island City, New York City, NY

About this space

Step into The Modernist Gallery, where sophistication meets versatility in a sleek and elegant blank canvas awaiting your unique vision. This innovative space, which can accommodate up to 50 guests, is designed to easily transform, allowing you to curate the perfect atmosphere for your event.

The bright walls and large windows fill the gallery with abundant natural light, resulting in a lively and welcoming ambiance. The contemporary seating, which includes a combination of chairs and modular sofas, ensures both comfort and style.

The gallery-style ceiling lights illuminate the space with a touch of modern flair, casting the perfect spotlight for your event. Whether you're planning an elegant reception or a captivating performance, The Modernist Gallery offers plenty of room for creativity and expression.

The flexibility of the space allows for easy configuration, whether you envision a banquet-style dining experience or a dance floor where you can celebrate with your closest friends.


Usually booked for

Birthday Party

Typically for 20-30 guests and costs between $400 - $500.


"Our friends and family had an amazing time, and we received so many compliments on the venue."

- Jess D. Jul 2026


Prices

Sunday
Open 24 hours
from $99 hire fee per hour
Per hour
Open 24 hours
from $99 hire fee per hour
All prices include sales tax.
Monday
Open 24 hours
from $99 hire fee per hour
Per hour
Open 24 hours
from $99 hire fee per hour
All prices include sales tax.
Tuesday
Open 24 hours
from $99 hire fee per hour
Per hour
Open 24 hours
from $99 hire fee per hour
All prices include sales tax.
Wednesday
Open 24 hours
from $99 hire fee per hour
Per hour
Open 24 hours
from $99 hire fee per hour
All prices include sales tax.
Thursday
Open 24 hours
from $99 hire fee per hour
Per hour
Open 24 hours
from $99 hire fee per hour
All prices include sales tax.
Friday
Open 24 hours
from $99 hire fee per hour
Per hour
Open 24 hours
from $99 hire fee per hour
All prices include sales tax.
Saturday
Open 24 hours
from $99 hire fee per hour
Per hour
Open 24 hours
from $99 hire fee per hour
All prices include sales tax.
Best price guarantee
Minimum booking duration: 4 hours

Add-ons


Capacity

  • Standing
    up to 50
  • Dining
    up to 40

Catering and drinks

No in-house catering available
External catering allowed
Bring your own food or hire a caterer of your choice
Unavailable: Buyout fee for external catering
Kitchen facilities available for guests
Space where you can prepare food
No alcohol provided by the venue
BYO alcohol allowed
You can bring your own alcohol free of charge
Unavailable: Corkage fee for BYO alcohol

Facilities

  • Wi-Fi available
  • Flatscreen TV
  • PA system / speakers Venue provides a sound system for music and announcements
  • Air conditioner
  • Natural light Room has windows or a skylight, so daylight comes in
  • Dance floor Dedicated dance floor area
  • Mirrors Full-length mirrors available
  • Accommodation is available on-site On-site accommodation
  • Free on-street parking
  • Paid parking facilities available nearby
  • Unavailable: Projector
  • Unavailable: Whiteboard
  • Unavailable: Flipchart
  • Unavailable: Conference call facilities
  • Unavailable: Storage space
  • Unavailable: Quiet space

Music & sound equipment

  • Play your own music Venue allows playing your own music
  • Bring your own DJ Venue allows bringing your own DJ instead
  • No noise restrictions

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible Step-free access throughout the venue for wheelchair users
  • Accessible toilets Toilet(s) adapted for guests with disabilities
  • Ground level Guests can enter without using stairs
  • Unavailable: Accessible parking spot available
  • Lift to all floors
  • Unavailable: Cargo lift

Rules of the space

Allowed events

  • No promoted and ticketed events allowed
  • No wedding licence
  • No Temporary Event Notices (TENs) available

Host rules

- No smoking in the building.
- No open flames.
- No sale of alcohol.
- No tap dance.

Cancellation policy: Flexible with Grace Period

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Reviews and ratings

(17 reviews and ratings - )

Verified reviews come from Tagvenue users. All reviews are checked by our team to uphold our trust and safety standards.

AR
Alexis R.
Verified review
Birthday Party · 25 guests · May 2026

Super responsive host, willing to help whenever we had questions. Super friendly, we WILL be returning!!

nothing :)

5.0
JD
Jess D.
Verified review
Birthday Party · 40 guests · July 2026

My husband and I celebrated a milestone birthday party at The Modernist Gallery on July 25, and it exceeded our expectations. The gallery is a fantastic venue and the contemporary artwork created a unique backdrop and added so much character and ambiance to the evening. The staff was professional, welcoming, and attentive, making everything run seamlessly. One thing we especially appreciated was that the amplified music was never an issue. The sound level was perfect for dancing and celebrating while still allowing guests to mingle comfortably. Our friends and family had an amazing time, and we received so many compliments on the venue. If you're looking for a stylish, intimate space for a special event, The Modernist Hotel is an excellent choice. Thank you for helping make our celebration so memorable!

For some reason the temperature in the space got quite hot and uncomfortable for some which we only noticed after the endless dancing. We managed but that sweaty feeling is not cute for anybody :)

4.9
AR
Ana R.
Verified review
Baby Shower · 40 guests · June 2026

Very easy to communicate with venue to have all our needs met. It was also the perfect choice for our budget.

5.0
CS
Crystal S.
Verified review
Event Space · 40 guests · June 2026

The staff was very friendly. The venue was beautiful and accommodating. Had an amazing night!

Nothing.

5.0

FAQ

No, cocktail tables are not available, but clients are welcome to bring their own if they can rent them.

Yes, you can connect a phone or laptop and play music through Spotify.

Yes, decorations are permitted, but existing pieces in the art installation must not be touched.

No, there is no TV available for use in the space. The TVs shown in the photos are part of an art installation.


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Meet your host

Yianni K
Member of Tagvenue since October 2022
17 Reviews
4.8 Rating
1h Response time
97% Response rate

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