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Living in the Shade: Open Space and Public Housing
Aug21
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

Living in the Shade: Open Space and Public Housing

This exhibition at the National Public Housing Museum explores the role of open space—large lawns and tenant gardens, paved paths and play spaces, shady seating…

Thursday, August 21st
10:00 a.m.5:00 p.m.
National Public Housing Museum
919 S. Ada St.
Hokusai & Ukiyo-e: The Floating World, Artworks from the Chiossone Collection
Aug21
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

Hokusai & Ukiyo-e: The Floating World, Artworks from the Chiossone Collection

Hokusai & Ukiyo-e features 70 works and handcrafted objects by the masters of Japan’s Edo Period (1603-1868). The collection features 53 woodblock prints and original…

Thursday, August 21st
10:00 a.m.6:00 p.m.
McAninch Arts Center at the College of DuPage
425 Fawell Blvd
In the Company of Women
Aug21
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

In the Company of Women

Join us on Thursday, August 21st, from 6-8 pm for an inspiring evening of conversation, creativity, and connection—complete with wine and the stunning art collection…

Thursday, August 21st
6:00 p.m.8:00 p.m.
21c Museum Hotel Chicago
55 East Ontario St.
Franz West: Millennium Park
Aug22
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…

Friday, August 22nd
Millennium Park
201 E Randolph St
The Messi Experience Chicago
Aug22
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

The Messi Experience Chicago

The Messi Experience is an immersive and interactive multimedia exhibition inspired by the life and career of Lionel Messi. As part of its world tour,…

Friday, August 22nd
2367 W Logan Blvd Chicago, IL 60647
2367 W Logan Blvd
Anime Magic! 2025
Aug22
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

Anime Magic! 2025

Anime Magic! is on a mission to bring the “magic” back to anime conventions! We’re always pushing the boundaries, and this year is no different.…

Friday, August 22nd
8:00 a.m.5:00 p.m.
Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, 5555 N. River Road, Rosemont, IL 60018
Abdoulaye Conde at Evanston Art Center
Aug22
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

Abdoulaye Conde at Evanston Art Center

The Evanston Art Center (EAC) is excited to welcome the public to our upcoming exhibition, Abdoulaye Conde. The exhibition will be on display from August…

Friday, August 22nd
9:00 a.m.4:00 p.m.
Evanston Art Center
1717 Central St
Now and Then | David Lozano
Aug22
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

Now and Then | David Lozano

The Evanston Art Center (EAC) is excited to welcome the public to Now and Then | David Lozano. This exhibition is on display from August…

Friday, August 22nd
9:00 a.m.4:00 p.m.
Evanston Art Center
1717 Central St
The Muses | Dan Simoneau
Aug22
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

The Muses | Dan Simoneau

The Evanston Art Center (EAC) is excited to welcome the public to The Muses | Dan Simoneau. This exhibition is on display from August 16…

Friday, August 22nd
9:00 a.m.4:00 p.m.
Evanston Art Center
1717 Central St
This Moment in Time | NorthShore Black Artist Group Exhibition
Aug22
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

This Moment in Time | NorthShore Black Artist Group Exhibition

The Evanston Art Center (EAC) is excited to welcome the public to This Moment in Time | NorthShore Black Artist Group Exhibition. This exhibition is…

Friday, August 22nd
9:00 a.m.4:00 p.m.
Evanston Art Center
1717 Central St
Seeing Connections: The Art of Richard Penn
Aug22
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…

Friday, August 22nd
9:00 a.m.4:45 p.m.
Special Collections Research Center Exhibition Gallery
1100 East 57th Street
By A Thread: Nature’s Resilience
Aug22
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

By A Thread: Nature’s Resilience

By A Thread: Nature’s Resilience dives into the science of biodiversity and what it takes to protect it—showcasing the research, conservation, and education work happening…

Friday, August 22nd
10:00 a.m.4:00 p.m.
Waters of the Abyss: An Intersection of Spirit and Freedom
Aug22
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

Waters of the Abyss: An Intersection of Spirit and Freedom

Waters of the Abyss: An Intersection of Spirit and Freedom is a massive and immersive series comprising embellishments of glass, crystals, shells, sand, metal, and…

Friday, August 22nd
10:00 a.m.4:45 p.m.
Chicago Cultural Center
78 E Washington St
Living in the Shade: Open Space and Public Housing
Aug22
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

Living in the Shade: Open Space and Public Housing

This exhibition at the National Public Housing Museum explores the role of open space—large lawns and tenant gardens, paved paths and play spaces, shady seating…

Friday, August 22nd
10:00 a.m.5:00 p.m.
National Public Housing Museum
919 S. Ada St.
Hokusai & Ukiyo-e: The Floating World, Artworks from the Chiossone Collection
Aug22
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

Hokusai & Ukiyo-e: The Floating World, Artworks from the Chiossone Collection

Hokusai & Ukiyo-e features 70 works and handcrafted objects by the masters of Japan’s Edo Period (1603-1868). The collection features 53 woodblock prints and original…

Friday, August 22nd
10:00 a.m.6:00 p.m.
McAninch Arts Center at the College of DuPage
425 Fawell Blvd
Wicker Park Bucktown’s “First Fridays” Art Walk
Aug22
Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

Wicker Park Bucktown’s “First Fridays” Art Walk

The “First Fridays Art Walk,” organized by the Wicker Park Bucktown Chamber of Commerce, welcomes art enthusiasts to explore the neighborhoods’ vibrant arts scene. All…

Friday, August 22nd
6:00 p.m.8:00 p.m.
Jackson Junge Gallery
1389 N Milwaukee Ave
Franz West: Millennium Park
Aug23
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…

Saturday, August 23rd
Millennium Park
201 E Randolph St
The Messi Experience Chicago
Aug23
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

The Messi Experience Chicago

The Messi Experience is an immersive and interactive multimedia exhibition inspired by the life and career of Lionel Messi. As part of its world tour,…

Saturday, August 23rd
2367 W Logan Blvd Chicago, IL 60647
2367 W Logan Blvd
Back to School Weekends at WNDR Chicago
Aug23
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

Back to School Weekends at WNDR Chicago

Families, this one is for YOU! Running from August 16th-31st, on Saturday & Sunday only, our WNDRful guests will have the opportunity to purchase kids…

Saturday, August 23rd
wndr museum
1130 W Monroe St.
Abdoulaye Conde at Evanston Art Center
Aug23
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

Abdoulaye Conde at Evanston Art Center

The Evanston Art Center (EAC) is excited to welcome the public to our upcoming exhibition, Abdoulaye Conde. The exhibition will be on display from August…

Saturday, August 23rd
9:00 a.m.4:00 p.m.
Evanston Art Center
1717 Central St
Now and Then | David Lozano
Aug23
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

Now and Then | David Lozano

The Evanston Art Center (EAC) is excited to welcome the public to Now and Then | David Lozano. This exhibition is on display from August…

Saturday, August 23rd
9:00 a.m.4:00 p.m.
Evanston Art Center
1717 Central St
The Muses | Dan Simoneau
Aug23
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

The Muses | Dan Simoneau

The Evanston Art Center (EAC) is excited to welcome the public to The Muses | Dan Simoneau. This exhibition is on display from August 16…

Saturday, August 23rd
9:00 a.m.4:00 p.m.
Evanston Art Center
1717 Central St
This Moment in Time | NorthShore Black Artist Group Exhibition
Aug23
Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions

This Moment in Time | NorthShore Black Artist Group Exhibition

The Evanston Art Center (EAC) is excited to welcome the public to This Moment in Time | NorthShore Black Artist Group Exhibition. This exhibition is…

Saturday, August 23rd
9:00 a.m.4:00 p.m.
Evanston Art Center
1717 Central St
Seeing Connections: The Art of Richard Penn
Aug23
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…

Saturday, August 23rd
9:00 a.m.4:45 p.m.
Special Collections Research Center Exhibition Gallery
1100 East 57th Street
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