Elternabend on the Terrace: A Parent’s Night Out
Need a night out, but don’t know what to do with the kids? DANK has you covered! Join us on Thursday, May 19 from 6-8 pm for a parent's night out. We […]
$15 – $35
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Talks and Gatherings
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DANK Haus German American Cultural Center 4740 N. Western Ave., Chicago, IL, United States
Closing Reception: Sichtverrückt.Lost and Found
DANK Haus German American Cultural Center 4740 N. Western Ave., Chicago, IL, United StatesJoin us in the DANK Haus's new first-floor gallery space, the DANK Treffpunkt, for the final chance to view Beate Axmann's exhibition Sichtverrückt.Lost and Found. If you attended the opening […]
Free
Whose Democracy? Gender and the 5.18 Gwangju Uprising
Online EventJoin HANA this Friday as we commemorate the 42nd anniversary of the Gwangju Uprising! On May 18, 1980, democracy activists, students, and opposition leaders led a 9-day uprising in the South Korean city of Gwangju against martial law and the military dictatorship government of Chun Doo-Hwan. It is considered to have been a pivotal moment […]
FREEOpen Haus Stammtisch – Maifest on the Terrasse
DANK Haus German American Cultural Center 4740 N. Western Ave., Chicago, IL, United StatesFriday, May 20th is a night of fun at our Open Haus! This month’s theme is Maifest on the Terrace! We will have German Bier on tap and food for purchase! Our Open Haus is a great way to meet new friends, or bring your friends and introduce them to the Haus! This event is […]
Free admission; drinks available for purchaseTriff ein Opfer des DDR-Geheimdienstes | Meet a Victim of the GDR Secret Service
IL, United StatesSaturday, May 21 on Zoom 11:00 AM (Chicago) | 18:00 (Germany) Teilnehmer bekommen die Zoom Link per Email 1-2 Tage vor dem Event. Am 13. Februar 1988 entschließt sich der […]
Free
Artist Talk: Wanting it Both Ways
Ukrainian Institute of Modern Art 2320 W Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL, United StatesJoin UIMA to learn about their current exhibition “Wanting it Both Ways” and hear from the featured artists: Bill Conger, Tanya Hastings Gill, Mie Kongo, and Jennifer Mannebach.
“A Family Meal” Art Installation Launch and Fundraiser
Ping Tom Memorial Park 1700 S Wentworth Ave, Chicago, IL, United StatesThe Chinese American Museum of Chicago (CAMOC)'s Associate Board and People Matter have collaborated on an art installation exploring the relationship between food and the Chinese American family. The art […]
Free“Chinese Brothers, American Sons” Book Talk with Author Ed Shew
Online EventThe Chinese American Museum of Chicago (CAMOC) is pleased to host this FREE book talk with Ed Shew, author of the historical novel Chinese Brothers, American Sons. Register here. Two Chinese brothers arrive in America in 1854 on a death ship to escape poverty and oppression in China. Li Chang and Li Yu, ten years […]
Free
‘Operation Dangun’ Book Signing Event
Korean Cultural Center of Chicago 9925 Capitol Dr, Wheeling, IL, United StatesSat. May 21, 2022, 3pm Korean Cultural Center of Chicago @ Gallery 9930 Capitol Dr. Wheeling, IL. 60090 RSVP by May 10 [email protected] Inquiry: 312.532. 4688 Mina 847.947.4460 KCCoC
Virtual Artist Talk: Charles Philippe Jean-Pierre
Online EventJoin HAMOC and Charles Philippe Jean-Pierre for an artist talk and Q&A. About this event Celebrate Haitian Heritage Month with HAMOC! Charles Philippe Jean-Pierre is a American University adjunct professor in fine arts and an thirteen year veteran in DCPS. His exhibitions include the U.S. State Department, IMF, IDB, Smithsonian, & Embassy of Haiti. He […]
$5
Ancestral Reckonings: Why Your DNA Results Don’t Match the Records
Segundo Ruiz Belvis Cultural Center 4046 W. Armitage Ave., Chicago, IL, United StatesAFRORRIQUEÑES: Affirmation, Solidarity and Healing May 25-27 2022 at Segundo Ruiz Belvis Cultural Center A multi-day series committed to the continuous dialogue on Afrodescendencia produced by Segundo Ruiz Belvis Cultural Center “Ancestral Reckonings: Why your DNA results don’t match the records” Conversation and workshop with Melanie Maldonado Diaz, scholar, genealogist, and cultural organizer. This […]
FREE“The All-American Crew” Book Talk with Author Russell N. Low
Online EventThe Chinese American Museum of Chicago (CAMOC) is excited to announce this FREE book talk with author Russell N. Low, as he returns to CAMOC to discuss his new book published this year, The All-American Crew. Register here. About the book On January 23, 1943, a B-24 Liberator and its crew of ten men disappeared […]
Free“A Symphony in Stone” Screening and Discussion
DePaul University - Richard M. and Maggie C. Daley Building 14 East Jackson Boulevard, Room 1601, Chicago, IL, United StatesJoin us for a screening of award winning documentary, "A Symphony in Stone," followed by a discussion with the filmmaker and experts. About this event ‘A Symphony in Stone’ is a 60 min documentary celebrating the Scottish city of Glasgow’s stunning cityscape and architecture. The film explains how the Glasgow’s phenomenal growth during the industrial […]
FREEPuerto Rican Art as a Territory of Re-existence: A Decolonial Approach
Segundo Ruiz Belvis Cultural Center 4046 W. Armitage Ave., Chicago, IL, United StatesExploration of scholarship, and artists who contributed to the body and meaning of the continuous rebirth of Puerto Rico’s visual culture About this event AFRORRIQUEÑES: Affirmation, Solidarity and Healing May 25-27 2022 at Segundo Ruiz Belvis Cultural Center A multi-day series committed to the continuous dialogue on Afrodescendencia. The history of the arts in Puerto […]
FREENHM Virtual Book Club: Ariadne
Online EventOn Thursday, May 26th at 7pm we will be discussing Ariadne by Jennifer Saint Virtually via Zoom About this event Join the National Hellenic Museum’s Virtual Book Club! Facilitated by NHM's Resident Scholar Dr. Katherine Kelaidis & Manager of Programs & Events Cairo Dye, each month the NHM Virtual Book Club chooses a book that is […]
FREENeighborhood Nights
DANK Haus German American Cultural Center 4740 N. Western Ave., Chicago, IL, United StatesCome enjoy a beverage with a spectacular experience in our iconic 2nd floor Brauhaus Room! A perfect place to meet your neighbors and socialize. Each 2nd & 4th Thursday of the month from 7-11 PM. Proceeds support the DANK Haus Museum RSVP here: https://dankhaus.com/event-4491654
Free admission; drinks available for purchaseThe Crossing Routes of Afro Music: Foundation, History and Cimarronaje
Segundo Ruiz Belvis Cultural Center 4046 W. Armitage Ave., Chicago, IL, United StatesConversation and workshop with Dr. Pablo Luis Rivera, professor, epistemologist, renowned Bomba artist / practitioner and Director of AFROLegado. POSTER ART "PAZ PARA LAS MUJERES" BY COLECTIVO MORIVIV´I.
FREE
Walking in Two Worlds: Understanding the Two-Spirit/Native 2SLGBTQ+ Community
Online EventJoin Two-Sprit leaders Gary Neumann (Salish) and Lenny Hayes (Sisseton Wahpeton Oyate) on the historical roles and identities of Two-Spirit/Native 2SLGBTQ+ people and how colonization and historical and intergenerational trauma have impacted the Two-Spirit-LGBTQ+ Community. Together, Gary and Lenny will share their knowledge to educate individuals, families, and organizations to understand and support children, adults, […]
FREEMaifest | Celebrate with the DANK Haus!
DANK Haus Small Bar at Maifest 4715 N. Western Ave. (the parking lot at Leland/Western)We're so excited to see Maifest happening again this year after years off due to the pandemic! DANK Haus will be there, running the smaller bar at 4715 N. Western Ave. Support the DANK Haus during the festival with purchases at our bar! We welcome all to stop by, say hi and learn more about […]
Drinks available for purchase
Community Parades and Activism: LGBTQ Claiming its Space
Online EventExhibition Viewing La Primera Parada & Panel Discussion An open discussion about LGBTQ/SGL activism in Chicago communities. A panel of Latin@ and African American LGBTQ/SGL leaders will discuss the […]
FREE
