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Read more of the article: "Chicago’s only Native Artist-Led Fine Art Gallery to open in the Loop"

Chicago’s only Native Artist-Led Fine Art Gallery to open in the Loop

Posted 23 days ago in Trending, Arts & Culture, opening reception, center for native futures

3 MIN READ – The Center for Native Futures (CfNF) will host its grand opening celebration and exhibition on Saturday, September 16 from 4 to 7 p.m. and Sunday, September 17,…

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Read more of the article: "ART on THE MART's Fall Program kicks off September 14"

ART on THE MART's Fall Program kicks off September 14

Posted 27 days ago in Trending, Arts & Culture, public art, art on the mart

4 MIN READ – ART on THE MART, an innovative digital art project that transforms a Chicago architectural landmark into a larger-than-life canvas, celebrates its 5th anniversary this fall with…

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Read more of the article: "First Sundays on State of 2023 draws record-breaking 125,000 attendees"

First Sundays on State of 2023 draws record-breaking 125,000 attendees

Posted 2 months ago in Trending, Sundays on State , Summer Events, Arts & Culture

3 MIN READ -- Over 250 activations filled State Street, featuring 88% underrepresented business owners. Based on preliminary qualitative and quantitative data, the program has once again accomplished its goals…

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Read more of the article: "Art Institute of Chicago announces summer exhibition, Van Gogh and the Avant-Garde"

Art Institute of Chicago announces summer exhibition, Van Gogh and the Avant-Garde

Posted 5 months ago in Trending, Arts & Culture

During an intensely creative period between 1882 and 1890, Vincent van Gogh and other notable Post-Impressionists found new inspiration in the changing landscape just outside of Paris. On view at…

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Read more of the article: "Goodman Theatre's 2023-2024 season announced"

Goodman Theatre's 2023-2024 season announced

Posted 6 months ago in Trending, Theatre, Arts & Culture

7 MIN READ – Goodman Theatre has announce their inaugural season for new Goodman Theatre Artistic Director Susan V. Booth. The 2023/2024 season begins September 2023 and continues through August…

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Read more of the article: "The Joffrey Ballet announces 2023-2024 season "

The Joffrey Ballet announces 2023-2024 season

Posted 6 months ago in Trending, ballet, Arts & Culture

3 MIN READ – Entering their 68th season, The Joffrey Ballet will feature a Chicago debut of a gothic masterpiece set in the dawn of modern science; a poetic mixed rep…

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Read more of the article: "Chicago’s Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events announces free winter and spring programming "

Chicago’s Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events announces free winter and spring programming

Posted 8 months ago in Trending, Arts & Culture, Fun for Free

9 MIN READ – The City of Chicago and the Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE) has announced new visual art exhibitions, along with tours, lectures, and more taking…

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Read more of the article: "Chicago Loop Alliance Foundation raises over $215k at annual gala"

Chicago Loop Alliance Foundation raises over $215k at annual gala

Posted 11 months ago in Arts & Culture, Nonprofit

1 MIN READ –Chicago Loop Alliance is pleased to announce the Autumn City Lights Annual Gala presented by Pressure Washing Systems in support of the Chicago Loop Alliance Foundation generated more than $215,000 for…

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Read more of the article: "New State Street Holiday Market and other Loop holiday festivities create sense of merriment"

New State Street Holiday Market and other Loop holiday festivities create sense of merriment

Posted 11 months ago in Trending, Things to Do, Arts & Culture

3 MIN READ – In order to ensure Chicagoans and visitors enjoy the holiday season to the fullest, Chicago Loop Alliance has once again launched the annual “Holidays in the…

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Read more of the article: "Full lineup released for 28th Annual Black Harvest Film Festival "

Full lineup released for 28th Annual Black Harvest Film Festival

Posted 11 months ago in Trending, Film, Arts & Culture

5 MIN READ – The School of the Art Institute of Chicago’s Gene Siskel Film Center is pleased to announce the full festival schedule for its 28th Annual Black Harvest Film…

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