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Augmented Chicago: Inaugural Realities
Augmented Chicago: Inaugural Realities showcases the innovative works of four internationally celebrated Chicago-based artists, Claire Ashley, Faheem Majeed, Yvette Mayorga and Carlos Rolón, pioneering the use…
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
Invisible to Whom? Selections from the Robert A. Sengstacke Archive
Invisible to Whom? challenges the notion of Black “invisibility,” embracing the power of self-representation. Celebrating photographer and editor Robert A. “Bobby” Sengstacke’s decades-long work documenting…
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions, Tours & Attractions
Franz West: Millennium Park
Franz West” Millennium Park features two monumental installations by West: Stonehenge (2011) and Dorit (2002), set against the iconic backdrop of Millennium Park. Stonehenge, with…
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
Two hundred fifty one days
Two hundred fifty one days, a solo exhibition by Bryana Bibbs, is an artist’s exploration of loss, ancestry, time, and memory. The show’s title references…
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
Shadow of the Colossus 20th Anniversary
Shadow of the Colossus 20th Anniversary May 3 – June 29, 2025 Hours: Saturdays and Sunday 2-5pm General Admission: $8 (Ages 13+) Kids Admission $5…
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
Seeing Connections: The Art of Richard Penn
Inspiration for art can come from many sources. Retired University of Chicago Medicine neurosurgeon and artist Richard Penn finds inspiration in nature, philosophy, science, and…
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
Midwest Bonsai Society 19th Annual May Bonsai Exhibit
The Midwest Bonsai Society May Exhibit is pleased to announce that it is going into its 19th year in 2025. It is known for its…
North Suburbs
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Dressed in History: A Costume Collection Retrospective
What do a red sequin burlesque costume, a pair of original Air Jordan 1s, a baby’s wool bathing suit, and an enormous white tulle Christian…
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
Flight of Butterflies
ntroducing the Flight of Butterflies! This city-wide exhibit merges nature, art, and story telling, creating a memorable experience for all in Chicago. Local artists adorn…
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
Resilience—A Sansei Sense of Legacy
In 1942, in response to the bombing of Pearl Harbor by Japanese forces, President Franklin Roosevelt signed into law Executive Order 9066. The law ordered…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
Fourth Annual Pullman Railroad Days
Step into history at the Fourth Annual Pullman Railroad Days! The Fourth Annual Pullman Railroad Days is arriving May 17~18, 2025 with a station full…
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions, Music & Comedy
Civic String Quartet at WNDR Museum
Musicians of the Civic Orchestra of Chicago perform a concert at the Chicago WNDR Museum. Selections from works by Dvorak, Debussy, Price, Shostakovich, and Kosma/Takemitsu.…
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
Learning Series | The Space Between
About the Event The MCA’s School Partnership for Art and Civic Engagement program, also known as SPACE, is a partnership with Chicago Public Schools that embeds…
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions, Sports & Recreation, Tours & Attractions
Ferris Bueller in the Art Institute of Chicago – Guided Walking Tour
Calling art enthusiasts and Ferris Bueller fans! Get ready to step into the iconic world of Ferris Bueller’s Day Off on our popular 90-minute guided walking tour…
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions, Tours & Attractions
Free Art Show on largest LED wall in Chicago
The exhibition Four Techspressionist Artists is on view at 150 Media Stream in Chicago from April 28 to July 20, 2025. 150 Media Stream is an exciting venue…
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
Shadow of the Colossus 20th Anniversary
Shadow of the Colossus 20th Anniversary May 3 – June 29, 2025 Hours: Saturdays and Sunday 2-5pm General Admission: $8 (Ages 13+) Kids Admission $5…
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions, Tours & Attractions
Franz West: Millennium Park
Franz West” Millennium Park features two monumental installations by West: Stonehenge (2011) and Dorit (2002), set against the iconic backdrop of Millennium Park. Stonehenge, with…
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
Two hundred fifty one days
Two hundred fifty one days, a solo exhibition by Bryana Bibbs, is an artist’s exploration of loss, ancestry, time, and memory. The show’s title references…
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
Seeing Connections: The Art of Richard Penn
Inspiration for art can come from many sources. Retired University of Chicago Medicine neurosurgeon and artist Richard Penn finds inspiration in nature, philosophy, science, and…
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
Midwest Bonsai Society 19th Annual May Bonsai Exhibit
The Midwest Bonsai Society May Exhibit is pleased to announce that it is going into its 19th year in 2025. It is known for its…
North Suburbs
Event detailsMuseums, Galleries & Exhibitions, Tours & Attractions
Dressed in History: A Costume Collection Retrospective
What do a red sequin burlesque costume, a pair of original Air Jordan 1s, a baby’s wool bathing suit, and an enormous white tulle Christian…
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
Flight of Butterflies
ntroducing the Flight of Butterflies! This city-wide exhibit merges nature, art, and story telling, creating a memorable experience for all in Chicago. Local artists adorn…
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
Resilience—A Sansei Sense of Legacy
In 1942, in response to the bombing of Pearl Harbor by Japanese forces, President Franklin Roosevelt signed into law Executive Order 9066. The law ordered…
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions
Fourth Annual Pullman Railroad Days
Step into history at the Fourth Annual Pullman Railroad Days! The Fourth Annual Pullman Railroad Days is arriving May 17~18, 2025 with a station full…
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