South Asian Mela
Join Kalapriya Center for Indian Arts for an all-day family event with live performances, henna artists, arts and craft activities, Indian food, and a Bollywood Dance competition!
Free
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Made in Taiwan | 台灣製造 CATHY HSIAO & NESTOR SIRÉ
Artists Cathy Hsiao and Nestor Siré comment on our digital connectivity. Taking porcelain and recycled plastic, they reveal how economies thrive under political and economic erasure.
FreeOn-Site Film Screening: “Refugee Lullaby”
What motivates a man to leave his home, wife, and children on a cold night to help refugees marching towards the border of his country? In the seemingly peaceful and picturesque Austrian countryside resides Hans Breuer, Austria’s last wandering shepherd. Just hours outside of Breuer’s modest rural cabin, the tranquility is disrupted as thousands of […]
On-Site Program: Policing in Nazi Germany
Join the Illinois Holocaust Museum to learn how German police forces helped implement the Nazi Party's systems of persecution that eventually led to genocide.
$18
Willis Tower 50th Anniversary Panel
Hear from architects and engineers who worked on the redevelopment of Willis Tower and transformed the iconic building into what it is today. Light bites and beverages included.
Free
Migguel Anggelo: LatinXoxo
A queer, artful mashup of theater, humor, physical movement, and sumptuous pop and bolero song selections, Migguel Anggelo immerses an audience in a highly personal story.
$35
Whose is That?: Cultural Property and the Struggle to Own the Past
Whose is that? With ancient artifacts, stories, histories, legacies, this question can be difficult. The National Hellenic Museum will explore the complex world of cultural heritage.
Free
Stories from the West Side
After hearing and documenting the stories of our workshops participants, James Sanders' Conjunto presents original music inspired by the memories of Latino Chicago.
Free
Nabu Circle Lecture Series: How Should Modern Assyrian Be Taught?
Dr. Efrem Yildiz, Ph.D., will be sharing his insights on preserving and nurturing Assyrian language.
Elena Diadenko’s Glass Painting Workshop
Join a Ukrainian Folk Glass Painting Workshop. This style of Glass painting is a traditional form of folk art and is an intrinsic part of Ukraine’s culture and heritage.
$60
3rd Fridays Free Admission Museum Night
Heritage Museum of Asian Art 3500 S Morgan St, Chicago, IL, United StatesFree Admission Museum Nights take place every third Friday of each month from 5 pm to 8 pm! The tour will start at 6 PM on time. All tours depart from the reception desk, and please be sure to arrive on time. The event offers wine and appetizers. This Friday at 7-7:40 PM, our Resident […]
FreeStories from the West Side
After hearing and documenting the stories of our workshops participants, James Sanders' Conjunto presents original music inspired by the memories of Latino Chicago.
FreeScottish Genealogy Group
Professional genealogist, Liz draws upon more than 30 years of learning and research when crafting her lecture and articles. Today's topic is using One Note to enhance your research.
LOVE HATE Sculpture Grand Opening
Please join DANK Haus for a grand opening of the LOVE HATE sculpture. This event also includes special performances by the Center of Peruvian Arts.
Lawndale Peace Party
The LAWNDALE Peace Party with the OPEN Center for the Arts brings people from North and South Lawndale together to promote Peace, Love, and Unity in our community.
Drop-In Family Day: Create Your Own Asian Art Patterns and Coloring Pages
You are invited to walk the galleries and explore the art of Asia. Color pages of various museum objects based on what you have seen and learned, or let your imagination soar.
Free
Exploring River Themes: Watercolor Workshop
The visual vocabulary of water has been a rich source of creativity for artists. The CAC is hosting a hands-on workshop exploring watercolor and changing urban environments.
$35
Artist Talk: Chris Pappan
See works and listen to a talk by acclaimed visual artist and Center for Native Futures co-founder Chris Pappan (Kanza/Lakota) in this first of several summer pop-up events.
Free
Surabhi Ensemble: Free Family Saturdays
The Surabhi Ensemble teaches the connections between cultures through music and dance. The group brings this message of cultural unity and outreach to the South Asia Institute.
Free
“Abstract 50”: Solo Exhibition
Bulgarian artist Peter Davidkov "Pepin" is inspired by Impressionism, Post-Impressionism, Modernism and Naivism. "Red & Blue" is his third solo exhibition and first show in the US.