• Ornament Making Workshop

      The National Museum of Puerto Rican Arts & Culture 3015 W Division Street, Chicago, IL, United States

      Enjoy a creative and inclusive atmosphere, making unique ornaments with different materials, adding a personal touch to your holiday decor. All ages are welcomed, children must be supervised by parent/guardian.

      Free
    • A BLACK ARTIST RECEPTION AT 3831.

        South Side Community Art Center 3831 S. Michigan Ave., Chicago, IL, United States

        Join us for our first annual Black Artist Reception, celebrating the amazing artists we've supported and collaborated with over the year with a performance by current exhibiting artist Cory Perry, an artist talk, and reception!

        Free
      • Design Your Gingerbread Dream House – Adult Learner Workshop

          Chicago Architecture Center 111 E Wacker Dr, Chicago, IL, United States

          Design and decorate the mini gingerbread house of your Malibu dreams. Participants will learn a brief history about toy doll dream houses, be introduced to the Design Process, and then construct their very own mini gingerbread dream house!

          $40
        • Free Museum Tour for Children

            Heritage Museum of Asian Art 3500 S Morgan St, Chicago, IL, United States

            On this tour, children will embark on a journey through the rich and diverse cultures of Asia. Our expert guides will take them on a fun and educational exploration of our exhibits, including vibrant pottery, intricate sculptures, and fascinating artifacts from different regions of Asia.

            Free
          • Mono Blanco

              Instituto Cervantes 31 West Ohio Street, Chicago, IL, United States

              Over nearly a half century as the leader of the legendary ensemble Grupo Mono Blanco, Gilberto Gutiérrez Silva has been the driving force behind the resurgent popularity of son jarocho, the signature folk music of the state of Veracruz on Mexico’s Gulf Coast.  

              $30
            • Godspeed, Los Polacos!

                Polish Museum of America 984 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL, United States

                Come see a screening of the documentary "Godspeed, Los Polacos!" about the Canoandes'81 expedition, during which a group of kayakers from Krakow conquered the deepest canyon on Earth, Rio Colca in Peru.

                $5 – $10
              • CLFF 40th Anniversary Celebration: Special Screening of “The Distinguished Citizen”

                  Instituto Cervantes 31 West Ohio Street, Chicago, IL, United States

                  Winner of the Goya for Best Iberoamerican Film in 2017 and Best Actor for Oscar Martínez at the 2016 Venice Film Festival, "The Distinguished Citizen" focuses on Daniel Mantovani, a Literature Nobel Prize winner, who accepts an invitation to visit his hometown in Argentina, which has been the inspiration for all of his books. Accepting […]

                  Free
                • All Roads Lead to the City: The Spice Roads of the Byzantine Empire

                    National Hellenic Museum 333 S. Halsted St., Chicago, IL, United States

                    Explore the history of the role the Byzantine Empire played in facilitating the spice trade between the East and West during the Middle Ages, connecting merchants from the Far East to the Mediterranean region.

                    Free
                  • The Septuagint: The Greek Translation of the Hebrew Bible

                      National Hellenic Museum 333 S. Halsted St., Chicago, IL, United States

                      Delve into the historical context, the methods employed in its translation, the impact of the Septuagint on the world of Hellenistic Judaism and early Christian thought, and the legends surrounding the Jewish scholars who undertook this monumental translation.

                      Free
                    • NHM Online Book Club – Cafe Tempest

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                        Each month the NHM Online Book Club chooses a book that is either inspired by the Hellenic legacy or by a Greek American author (and sometimes both!). In December, we will be discussing Café Tempest: Adventures on a Small Greek Island by Barbara Bonfigli.

                        Free
                      • History Course: Of Breaking Bonds, The German-American Experience

                          DANK Haus German American Cultural Center 4740 N. Western Ave., Chicago, IL, United States

                          Over the duration of this 16-week course, we will learn and discuss the German-American experience, from the very first trickle of Germans to North America in Jamestown in 1608 thru the subsequent German waves of immigration to the present day.

                          $150 – $250
                        • Neighborhood Nights

                          Neighborhood Nights

                            DANK Haus German American Cultural Center 4740 N. Western Ave., Chicago, IL, United States

                            Enjoy a beverage with a spectacular EXPERIENCE in our haus. A perfect place to meet your neighbors and socialize! All proceeds support the DANK Haus Museum.

                            Free
                          • January Free Day

                              Mitchell Museum of the American Indian 3001 central street, Evanston, IL, United States

                              Join us for a day of free admission at the Mitchell Museum on Monday, January 15th, 2024, from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Stay tuned as we announce more free days in the coming months!

                            • 3rd Fridays Free Admission Museum Night

                              3rd Fridays Free Admission Museum Night

                              Heritage Museum of Asian Art 3500 S Morgan St, Chicago, IL, United States

                              Free 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 […]

                              Free
                            • Weihnachtsfeier | Christmas Stammtisch Open Haus

                                DANK Haus German American Cultural Center 4740 N. Western Ave., Chicago, IL, United States

                                Come and join us as we celebrate an early Weihnachten at the Haus! Cozy up beside the Christmas Tree with Glühwein, cookies and cakes and sing along with Christmas songs. We encourage guests to bring a wrapped gift for our gift exchange.

                                Free
                              • Pop-Up Performance from Amundsen String Quartet

                                  Chicago Architecture Center 111 E Wacker Dr, Chicago, IL, United States

                                  On December 16, between 11-11:45am, the CAC will feature a pop-up performance by the Amundsen High School string quartet! The ensemble will perform classical and contemporary music, bringing holiday cheer.

                                  Free
                                • Traditional Ink Painting Workshop – Christmas Themed

                                    3500 S Morgan Street 3500 S Morgan St 3F, Chicago, IL, United States

                                    Learn the art of ink painting and channel your festive spirit onto your canvas as you explore Christmas-themed subjects infused with the grace of traditional Asian ink painting. This workshop is designed for all skill levels and taught by seasoned artists.

                                    $15.00
                                  • 70th Annual Powwow

                                      American Indian Center 3401 West Ainslie Street, Chicago, IL, United States

                                      This community focused event aims to welcome our community back to the center. There will be specials; contests; spot dancers, food and art vendors and more! We're still accepting pre-registration for dancers!

                                      $10
                                    • Trickster Holiday Art Festival

                                        Trickster Cultural Center 190 S Roselle Rd, Schaumburg, IL, United States

                                        Find unique gifts, handcrafted items and artwork created by local Native American artists. Immerse yourself in the holiday spirit and experience Native American culture through storytelling, music, and family activities.

                                        Free