Bomba music and dance provide resistance, self-expression, and community building for Afro-Puerto Ricans. This exhibit displays the evolution of bomba attire since the 17th century.
Organizers: The National Museum of Puerto Rican Arts & Culture
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10 events, Master artist Tufiño used his art to shed light on the marginalized stories and contributions of everyday Afro-Puerto Ricans, earning him the moniker of the “Painter of the People."
Organizers: The National Museum of Puerto Rican Arts & Culture  Are you looking for an intercultural program for your employees which will prepare them for their stay in a German-speaking country? Then contact us at [email protected] for more information.
Organizers: DANK Haus German American Cultural Center  The National Museum of Puerto Rican Arts and Culture is excited to announce our new collaborative exhibition, Arte de La Borinqueña, by Creator Edgardo Miranda-Rodriguez, on display from March 2 - October 26, 2024. The public opening will be on March 2, 2024, from 10 am - 2 pm and will include a “Meet and Greet” […]
Organizers: The National Museum of Puerto Rican Arts & Culture  The exhibition 'Materials, Metaphors, and Miniatures' featuring works from the Hundal Collection delves into neo-contemporary miniature painting through the works of artists who have moved beyond the traditional format and explore contemporary themes. General Admission includes Second Floor Exhibition. LIST OF ARTISTS Bashir Ahmed | Asif Ahmed | Waseem Ahmed | Farhat Ali | Faiza […]
Organizers: South Asia Institute  “Lay of(f) the Land: Nordic Narratives” will open on Friday, April 5 at 6 p.m. with artists Dragos Alexandrescu, Linnéa Therese Dimitriou, Heidi-Anett Haugen, Hanna Kanto, Lotta Lampa, Patricia Rodas, Anastasia Savinova, and Madelaine Sillfors. Profoundly influenced by Nordic culture, landscape, and even weather, the Art Alliance of the Arctic South (A-A-A-S) consists of eight […]
Organizers: Swedish American Museum CAMOC presents “Sammy Yuen, Shared Lines: The AAPI Experience on Route 66” from April 14, 2024 to September 28, 2024. Explore AAPI stories through line drawings, with four additional Chicago-specific drawings. Opening reception on April 14th from 2 pm-4 pm. Don’t miss this cultural journey!
Organizers: Chinese American Museum of Chicago
Free  Chicago’s Loop is an inflection point, emerging from the pandemic on shaky footing but also with abundant opportunity to transition to something more vibrant, resilient, and livable. Loop as Lab: Reshaping Downtowns holds our central business district up to the light, exploring ways to keep our economic engine humming while diversifying uses and making the […]
Organizers: Chicago Architecture Center
$14  We are pleased to announce the South Asian cast world premiere of the Pulitzer Prize & three-time Tony Award-winning musical Next to Normal! Through faith, religion, medication, trips to the doctor, and family support, Next to Normal explores how one family struggles with finding light in the darkness. Click the "Get Tickets" button to read more about […]
Organizers: South Asia Institute
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 Join us for a mesmerizing journey through the graceful world of Bharatanatyam with the talented Dancer Shalaka Kulkarni. In this one-hour beginner workshop, we'll dive into the intricate beauty of Mudras, exploring how expressive hand gestures can tell a story all on their own. While some of our movements will engage your entire body, we […]
Organizers: Heritage Museum of Asian Art
$10.00 – $15.00 |
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 5 Types of German Genealogy Documents Presented by Katherine Schober in partnership with the German American Heritage Center & Museum Tuesday, May 28th | 6 PM CST What kind of documents are available for your German ancestors? What should you be looking for in your research? And most importantly, where can you find these […]
Organizers: DANK Haus German American Cultural Center |
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9 events, Artecito es un proyecto criado por OPEN Center for the Arts y Lincoln Park Zoo para explorar diferentes temas de la naturaleza y conservación del medio ambiente a través de las artes
Organizers: OPEN Center for the Arts |
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 After the tremendous success of our first event, South Asia Institute is back with the second event in our bi-monthly open series, South Asians On The Mic, on Friday, May 31! We are now accepting submissions for artists to participate in this event. Please submit an application using the button below and support the artists […]
Organizers: South Asia Institute
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 HAMOC is hosting a celebration for Haitian Heritage Month, as well as the May birthdays of staff, volunteers, and friends of the museum on May 31st, 2024 from 6pm to 8pm. Plus, we will learn more about Haitian Scarves with a workshop led by Jean Julbert Desire. We will be serving light refreshments. This celebration […]
Organizers: Haitian American Museum of Chicago
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 Award-winning singer, musician, and composer Guillermo Fernández is one of the most important voices in Argentine Tango and popular culture. Twice awarded the Premios Kronos as one of the top five Tango singers of the decade (2005 & 2015), Guillermo Fernández brings his solo show to Chicago armed only with his guitar and voice. El […]
Organizers: International Latino Cultural Center |
11 events, Date: Start Saturday, January 06, 2024 Time: Location: Location DANK Haus Room 206, 2nd Floor KINO, KAFFEE UND KUCHEN Saturdays at the DANK Haus in Room 206 10:30 - 11:00 AM | Kaffee und Kuchen 11:00 - 12:00 PM | Vorfilm 12:00 PM | Feature Film Begins Join us each Saturday at the DANK […]
Organizers: DANK Haus German American Cultural Center  El Rinconcito is a free open art space for creative expression for people ages 12-25. You can meet people like you who are interested in arts, painting, drawing, printmaking, and others. El Riconcito provides a safe and welcoming studio for art making. An artist and a counselor in the studio can guide you in creative […]
Organizers: Puerto Rican Arts Alliance  Join us for our FREE, limited-time offer guided tours every Saturday at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. These one-hour tours offer a comprehensive journey through the museum's rich exhibitions and artifacts.
Organizers: National Hellenic Museum |
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 Please join the Kalapriya board and staff on Sunday, June 2 from 3:00-5:00PM for an afternoon of friendship at our downtown Chicago studio. Enjoy Indian classical dance performances, relish Indian street food, and be part of a celebration of unity in diversity with our host Litcy Kurisinkal! To register for the event, please click here […]
Organizers: Kalapriya Center for Indian Performing Arts |
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9 events, Pianist Jean-Yves Thibaudet brings his customary joie de vivre to Saint-Saëns’ Egyptian Concerto, inspired by a trip down the Nile in 1896. Conductor Stéphane Denève unpacks the French fascination with Spanish culture in Debussy’s sultry Ibéria and Ravel’s ever-popular Boléro, with its sensuously hypnotic theme building to a volcanic climax.
Organizers: Chicago Symphony Orchestra  Fiestas Patronales Puertorriqueñas will traditionally be held on the beautiful grounds of Humboldt Park located in “Puerto Rico Town” on Division Street where the Annual Puerto Rican Day People’s Parade will take place. After the parade, you will flow right into the Festival & Carnival and continue the festivities! About the Event June 6-9 in […]
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11 events, We Will Find Our Way tells a story about a Lakota grandmother, Unci, and her two grandchildren, Cuwe, and Misun, written by Oglala Lakota author Cynthia Harding. Beautifully illustrated by the author on skateboards, which play a prominent role in the author's own life story. She enjoys writing children's stories and alongside her sister, is […]
Organizers: American Indian Center Fiestas Patronales Puertorriqueñas will traditionally be held on the beautiful grounds of Humboldt Park located in “Puerto Rico Town” on Division Street where the Annual Puerto Rican Day People’s Parade will take place. After the parade, you will flow right into the Festival & Carnival and continue the festivities! About the Event June 6-9 in […]
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 MODU (모두) means “all” in Korean, and we are proud to celebrate all that our community has accomplished together with all of our HANA friends and family. HANA continues to build the power of Korean, Asian American, and multiethnic immigrant communities in Chicagoland through social services, education, culture, and community organizing to advance human rights […]
Organizers: HANA Center |
19 events, South Side Community Art Center X Independent Curators International Present Adler and Adler, Works by Eli Greene JUNE 8-AUGUST 31 | Opening June 8, 2024 WORKS BY ELI GREENE CURATED BY AMBER NAX The South Side Community Art Center, in partnership with ICI, presents “Adler & Adler,” a poignant response by Chicago-based artist Eli Greene to […]
Organizers: South Side Community Art Center Date: Start Saturday, January 06, 2024 Time: Location: Location DANK Haus Room 206, 2nd Floor KINO, KAFFEE UND KUCHEN Saturdays at the DANK Haus in Room 206 10:30 - 11:00 AM | Kaffee und Kuchen 11:00 - 12:00 PM | Vorfilm 12:00 PM | Feature Film Begins Join us each Saturday at the DANK […]
Organizers: DANK Haus German American Cultural Center El Rinconcito is a free open art space for creative expression for people ages 12-25. You can meet people like you who are interested in arts, painting, drawing, printmaking, and others. El Riconcito provides a safe and welcoming studio for art making. An artist and a counselor in the studio can guide you in creative […]
Organizers: Puerto Rican Arts Alliance Join us for our FREE, limited-time offer guided tours every Saturday at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. These one-hour tours offer a comprehensive journey through the museum's rich exhibitions and artifacts.
Organizers: National Hellenic Museum |
11 events,Fiestas Patronales Puertorriqueñas will traditionally be held on the beautiful grounds of Humboldt Park located in “Puerto Rico Town” on Division Street where the Annual Puerto Rican Day People’s Parade will take place. After the parade, you will flow right into the Festival & Carnival and continue the festivities! About the Event June 6-9 in […]
$10 – $20 |
11 events, Date: June 10 | 8:00 am - June 16 | 5:00 pm Location: 2015 Manchester Road Wheaton,60187 Sign up to be notified when volunteer opportunities at the 38th Scottish Festival & Highland Games are released. Volunteer’s weekend admission is free!
Organizers: Chicago Scots |
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 A pair of stadium proposals from the Bears and White Sox have ushered in supersized dreams for Chicago’s Museum Campus and The 78 megadevelopment site. Are these plans pointing the city toward wins, losses or draws? Get a fresh take from our panel of designers. Whether you are a fan of professional sports or not, […]
Organizers: Chicago Architecture Center
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 IN THE LANGUAGES OF THE WORLD... Our voices will carry the energy of love, light and peace to humanity, nature and all living things. Don't miss this very special Call to Peace held annually for the Countdown to Peace Day. We'll honor the countries of the world by speaking in their language(s) as we say […]
Organizers: The Peace School Artecito es un proyecto criado por OPEN Center for the Arts y Lincoln Park Zoo para explorar diferentes temas de la naturaleza y conservación del medio ambiente a través de las artes
Organizers: OPEN Center for the Arts Date: Start Thursday, January 11, 2024 Time: Location: Location DANK Haus, 6th Floor Skyline Lounge 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 WHEN Each 2nd & 4th Thursday of the month from 7-11 PM. Location Winter months […]
Organizers: DANK Haus German American Cultural Center |
14 events, 2015 Manchester Road, N County Farm Rd Wheaton, IL 60187, United States The 2024 Scottish Festival Highland Games will be moving to its new home at the DuPage County Fairgrounds, June 14 – 15.Tickets will be going on sale next week and as always Children 12 and under are free! Register to get notified when […]
Organizers: Chicago Scots
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 Date: 2024-06-14 Location: 3001 Central Street Evanston,IL 60201 Join us for a day of free admission at the Mitchell Museum on Friday, June 14th, 2024, from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Thank you to our Sponsor Grace Lutheran Church. For more information about this program, please contact: [email protected] | (847) 475-1030
Organizers: Mitchell Museum of the American Indian
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 52-minute presentation the BELIEVE IN UKRAINE SHORT FILM PROGRAM featuring 10 Ukrainian-centered narratives specific to this moment in Ukraine's history by filmmakers whose pre-ward lives differ little from our own. An audience Q&A with program director Lukia Costello and program curator Anastasia Kirii immediately follows the presentation. “Full circle is what Ukrainians want for their […]
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Join us for interactive and fun activities at the Bronzeville Children’s Museum Annual Juneteenth Celebration on Saturday, June 15, 2024, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Organizers: Bronzeville Children’s Museum
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 Mark your calendars! Save the date! South Asia Institute is hosting its Second Annual Fundraiser on Saturday, June 15, 2024 ! The highlight of the evening will be a live performance by Popular South Asian American artist who revolutionized Bhangra, DJ Rekha, along with other artists, amazing food and drinks, an art auction and much, […]
Organizers: South Asia Institute Date: Start Saturday, January 06, 2024 Time: Location: Location DANK Haus Room 206, 2nd Floor KINO, KAFFEE UND KUCHEN Saturdays at the DANK Haus in Room 206 10:30 - 11:00 AM | Kaffee und Kuchen 11:00 - 12:00 PM | Vorfilm 12:00 PM | Feature Film Begins Join us each Saturday at the DANK […]
Organizers: DANK Haus German American Cultural Center |
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9 events, The center of Peruvian Arts in partnership with Chicago Public Library and Culture and Eduation of Chicago city present the next cajon workshop. Have fun and relax with the different rhythms of Afro-Peruvian music, join and Cajonéate to awaken your musical vibration, your emotions and connect with your inner musician! For ages 3 and up. How […]
Organizers: Center of Peruvian Arts |
10 events,The center of Peruvian Arts in partnership with Chicago Public Library and Culture and Eduation of Chicago city present the next cajon workshop. Have fun and relax with the different rhythms of Afro-Peruvian music, join and Cajonéate to awaken your musical vibration, your emotions and connect with your inner musician! For ages 3 and up. How […]
Organizers: Center of Peruvian Arts
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 Date: June 18 Time: 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm Location: 4626 N Knox Ave. Chicago, IL 60630 Damian McGinty is a multi-genre singer/songwriter from Derry, Northern Ireland, who now calls Nashville his home. He currently splits his time as an independent solo artist and a principal performer for the internationally renowned group Celtic Thunder, sprinkled in with occasional […]
Organizers: Irish American Heritage Center |
9 events, RSVP for another beautiful day of celebrating our Freedom through a huge Sound Stage, Children's Activities, Vendors, Food Trucks, citywide libations and flag raising and THE BIGGEST BLACK FAMILY REUNION OF THE YEAR! |
10 events,The center of Peruvian Arts in partnership with Chicago Public Library and Culture and Eduation of Chicago city present the next cajon workshop. Have fun and relax with the different rhythms of Afro-Peruvian music, join and Cajonéate to awaken your musical vibration, your emotions and connect with your inner musician! For ages 3 and up. How […]
Organizers: Center of Peruvian Arts  Join the Haitian American Museum of Chicago (HAMOC) at its monthly Konpa Sware! The museum is excited to continue this immersive event which includes an evening of Haitian dance and music. Join us at Room43. Food will be available for free and the FIRST 50 GUESTS will recieve 1 FREE DRINK! FEATURING MUSIC BY: DJ […]
Organizers: Haitian American Museum of Chicago |
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Organizers: American Indian Center  Feiern Sie mit uns! Our monthly Open Haus Stammtisch is a great way to meet new friends and enjoy a little Gemütlichkeit over some delicious German food and drink! Theme TBD Food and drink will be available for purchase. Free parking at 5/3 Bank after 6:00 PM located at Western and Gunnison
Organizers: DANK Haus German American Cultural Center The center of Peruvian Arts in partnership with Chicago Public Library and Culture and Eduation of Chicago city present the next cajon workshop. Have fun and relax with the different rhythms of Afro-Peruvian music, join and Cajonéate to awaken your musical vibration, your emotions and connect with your inner musician! For ages 3 and up. How […]
Organizers: Center of Peruvian Arts
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Date: Friday, June 21, 2024 Time: 2:00 PM Location: Woodson Regional Branch, 9525 South Halsted Street, Chicago, IL, 60628 Afro-Peruvian Percussion Workshop with Center for Peruvian ArtsThe center of Peruvian Arts in partnership with Chicago Public Library and Culture and Eduation of Chicago city present the next cajon workshopDescriptionHave fun and relax with the different rhythms of […]
Organizers: Center of Peruvian Arts  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 […]
Organizers: Heritage Museum of Asian Art
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16 events, We're thrilled to announce our upcoming Benefit Gala! Save the date and join us for an unforgettable evening filled with elegance, entertainment, and meaningful connections. Be sure to mark your calendar and stay tuned for more details, including special guests, performances, and ways you can support our cause. It's an event you won't want to […]
Organizers: Ukrainian Institute of Modern Art 
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SSCAC invites you for a day of Black joy hosted by Sam Thousand and Max Thomas on June 22, 2022!
Organizers: South Side Community Art Center Date: Start Saturday, January 06, 2024 Time: Location: Location DANK Haus Room 206, 2nd Floor KINO, KAFFEE UND KUCHEN Saturdays at the DANK Haus in Room 206 10:30 - 11:00 AM | Kaffee und Kuchen 11:00 - 12:00 PM | Vorfilm 12:00 PM | Feature Film Begins Join us each Saturday at the DANK […]
Organizers: DANK Haus German American Cultural Center El Rinconcito is a free open art space for creative expression for people ages 12-25. You can meet people like you who are interested in arts, painting, drawing, printmaking, and others. El Riconcito provides a safe and welcoming studio for art making. An artist and a counselor in the studio can guide you in creative […]
Organizers: Puerto Rican Arts Alliance Join us for our FREE, limited-time offer guided tours every Saturday at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. These one-hour tours offer a comprehensive journey through the museum's rich exhibitions and artifacts.
Organizers: National Hellenic Museum |
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10 events, Immerse your kids in the wonderful culture of Ireland for one fun week! Join Irish American Heritage Center partners the Irish Music School of Chicago as they continue the tradition of Francis O’Neill Irish Arts week kids’ camp! Kids ages 4-11 can have a blast learning all about Irish cultural traditions at our famous kids day camp! […]
Organizers: Irish American Heritage Center |
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 Although our docents go into great depth covering the history of over 50 buildings on the CAC’s renowned River Cruise, that ninety-minute tour is still not enough time to share all of the interesting facts about the architecture along the Chicago River. Join CAC docents as they share the “extra” stories about the buildings and […]
Organizers: Chicago Architecture Center
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11 events,Artecito es un proyecto criado por OPEN Center for the Arts y Lincoln Park Zoo para explorar diferentes temas de la naturaleza y conservación del medio ambiente a través de las artes
Organizers: OPEN Center for the Arts  Date: Start Thursday, January 11, 2024 Time: Location: Location DANK Haus, 6th Floor Skyline Lounge 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 WHEN Each 2nd & 4th Thursday of the month from 7-11 PM. Location Winter months […]
Organizers: DANK Haus German American Cultural Center |
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12 events,Date: Start Saturday, January 06, 2024 Time: Location: Location DANK Haus Room 206, 2nd Floor KINO, KAFFEE UND KUCHEN Saturdays at the DANK Haus in Room 206 10:30 - 11:00 AM | Kaffee und Kuchen 11:00 - 12:00 PM | Vorfilm 12:00 PM | Feature Film Begins Join us each Saturday at the DANK […]
Organizers: DANK Haus German American Cultural Center El Rinconcito is a free open art space for creative expression for people ages 12-25. You can meet people like you who are interested in arts, painting, drawing, printmaking, and others. El Riconcito provides a safe and welcoming studio for art making. An artist and a counselor in the studio can guide you in creative […]
Organizers: Puerto Rican Arts Alliance Join us for our FREE, limited-time offer guided tours every Saturday at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. These one-hour tours offer a comprehensive journey through the museum's rich exhibitions and artifacts.
Organizers: National Hellenic Museum |
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12 events,Date: Start Saturday, January 06, 2024 Time: Location: Location DANK Haus Room 206, 2nd Floor KINO, KAFFEE UND KUCHEN Saturdays at the DANK Haus in Room 206 10:30 - 11:00 AM | Kaffee und Kuchen 11:00 - 12:00 PM | Vorfilm 12:00 PM | Feature Film Begins Join us each Saturday at the DANK […]
Organizers: DANK Haus German American Cultural Center El Rinconcito is a free open art space for creative expression for people ages 12-25. You can meet people like you who are interested in arts, painting, drawing, printmaking, and others. El Riconcito provides a safe and welcoming studio for art making. An artist and a counselor in the studio can guide you in creative […]
Organizers: Puerto Rican Arts Alliance Join us for our FREE, limited-time offer guided tours every Saturday at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. These one-hour tours offer a comprehensive journey through the museum's rich exhibitions and artifacts.
Organizers: National Hellenic Museum |
