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Celebrating 100 Years of Rafael Tufiño at ICP
The National Museum of Puerto Rican Arts & Culture 3015 W Division Street, Chicago
Chee Wang Ng: The Sustenance of Aftertaste
Chinese American Museum of Chicago 238 W. 23rd St, Chicago
German Intercultural Classes
DANK Haus German American Cultural Center 4740 N. Western Ave., Chicago
Ongoing
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Forever Free: Frederick Douglass Tours
American Writers Museum 180 N. Michigan Ave., Chicago
“Unearth” at the Cleve Carney Museum of Art
Cleve Clarney Museum of Art 425 Fawell Blvd, Glen Ellyn, IL
Free
BRAND-NEW LEGO NINJAGO Event at LEGOLAND Discovery Center Chicago
LEGOLAND Discovery Center Chicago, 601 N Martingale Road Suite 130, Schaumburg, IL 60173 601 N Martingale Road Suite 130, Schaumburg
$24.99
Week of Events
Resistencia y Libertá por Bombazo Wear
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.
Celebrating 100 Years of Rafael Tufiño at ICP
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."
“I’ll Have What She’s Having”: The Jewish Deli
More than a place to get a meal, the Jewish deli is a community forged in food. Explore how Jewish immigrants adapted traditions to create a uniquely American restaurant.
Chee Wang Ng: The Sustenance of Aftertaste
CAMOC presents "Chee Wang Ng: The Sustenance of Aftertaste". Explore Chinese American identity through postcards, street photos, and creamers. Open from Nov 4, 2023, to Mar 31, 2024 with an opening reception on Nov 4th.
German Intercultural Classes
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.
The Paglees: Between Reason and Madness
South Asia Institute is pleased to announce its new exhibition, “The Paglees: Between Reason and Madness,” in collaboration with the Paglees. The Paglees is a feminist collective of artists of South Asian origin living across the United States. Paglee or pagli means crazy woman in a number of South Asian languages. The Paglees are: Fawzia […]
Immense Journeys
Immense Journeys: Art, Nature, Science and Beyond Featuring Melissa Jay Craig, Lisa A. Frank, Anne Hughes On display until March 3rd, 2024 Melissa Jay Craig, Lisa A. Frank, and Anne Hughes lead lives rich in creative experiences informed by nature. Day by day, art practice and the natural world awaken shoots of imaginative reflections and […]
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Forever Free: Frederick Douglass Tours
“Once you learn to read, you will be forever free.” —Frederick Douglass Discover the incredible legacy and enduring impact of abolitionist Frederick Douglass, as well as other Black writers who came before and after him. This 15-minute tour introduces you to all areas of the American Writers Museum, with a special focus on our special […]
What You See Is What You Get By Johan Wahlstrom
Wahlstrom is a 5th generation Swedish artist from Stockholm. He began his artistic career in music and transitioned to painting in 1998. He often pulls inspiration from his previous career as a musician and from his experiences traveling the world. Wahlstrom continuously looks to critique and re-frame society through his comedic, abstract style. In “What […]
Notes from the Field
Witness the powerful stories of 19 individuals fighting to overcome and transform America’s education and criminal justice systems. THIS STRIKINGLY INTIMATE PIECE presents snapshots from a variety of real people, documenting their intersections with the American dream and the obstacles that work to block them from it. Utilizing verbatim dialogue pulled from more than 250 […]
“Unearth” at the Cleve Carney Museum of Art
"Unearth" is on display now through March 10 at the Cleve Carney Museum of Art, featuring three Chicago-based painters who find beauty and meaning in everyday urban scenes, drawing back to the tradition of early 20th century painters. Karen Perl, Emily Rapport and Gwendolyn Zabicki similarly capture the buildings, streets, neighborhoods and casual interactions that […]
Free
The Museum at Andersonville Fika Fest
Join as we and other Andersonville businesses unite for food, warm beverages and shopping (coffee grounds in our Store will be 15% off!). There will be fun ways to become better acquainted with the Museum and Swedish culture! We'll have a popup cafe, treats for the Coffee and Cocoa Crawl, and we'll be hosting the […]
Andersonville’s Fika Fest
Join as we and other Andersonville businesses unite for food, warm beverages and shopping (packaged coffee in our Store will be 15% off!). There will be fun ways to become better acquainted with the Museum and Swedish culture! We'll have a pop-up cafe, traditional Fika-inspired treats for the Coffee and Cocoa Crawl, and we'll be […]
BRAND-NEW LEGO NINJAGO Event at LEGOLAND Discovery Center Chicago
Find your 'Dragon Power!' Families can become Spinjitzu masters with powered-up activities, experiences and LEGO builds during the all-new LEGO NINJAGO Dragon’s Rising Event happening February 9 - March 10, 2024! Activities & Experiences Include: Build the baby dragon Riyu in the Master Builder Academy and see what baby Riyu sparks in you Collect limited […]
$24.99
DARK TESTAMENT: A CENTURY OF BLACK WRITERS ON JUSTICE
Celebrate Black History Month with a literary twist at the AWM's Family Free Days this weekend. Enjoy free admission on Sunday, February 18 and Monday, February 19. Access to our temporary special exhibit, Dark Testament: A Century of Black Writers on Justice, is also included with free admission. This exhibit closes in May.
Stammtisch Open Haus, Every 3rd Friday
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
Japanese American Incarceration: Healing Histories Across Generations
Signed by President Franklin D. Roosevelt on February 19, 1942, Executive Order 9066 led to the incarceration of 120,000 Japanese and Japanese Americans during WWII. Every year, the Japanese American community in Chicago comes together to commemorate E.O. 9066 as a reminder of the fragility of civil liberties in times of crisis and the importance […]
Sunday, February 11, 2024
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Monday, February 12, 2024
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Tuesday, February 13, 2024
- February 13, 2024 -Semla Day
- February 13, 2024 -Semla Day Pop-Up Cafe
Semla Day
Celebrate the season leading up to Easter with Sweden's beloved sweet treat, the semla bun. Place your order today here so you can try the Museum's version of this centuries-old classic seasonal dish. Check back soon for information on order pickup on Feb. 13.
Semla Day Pop-Up Cafe
Celebrate the season before Easter with Sweden’s beloved treat, the semla bun. You can pre-order some here to take home or come by to enjoy semla buns and coffee at the Museum.
Wednesday, February 14, 2024
- February 14, 2024German Citizenship Forum with the German Consulate
- Featured February 14, 2024 -Featured Douglass Day Transcribe-a-thon at the Newberry
- February 14, 2024 -A Mecca of Midcentury Modernism: Alen B. Dow Residential Designs in Midland, Michigan
- Featured February 14, 2024 -Featured UIC Black Cultural Center: Black Heritage Month African Americans and the Arts
- February 14, 2024 -Orchids After Hours
German Citizenship Forum with the German Consulate
Date: When Saturday, April 06, 2024 Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Location: Location DANK Haus Skyline Lounge, 6th Floor German Citizenship Forum with the German Consulate Saturday, April 6 10:00 AM- 12:00 PM DANK Haus, 6th Floor Skyline Lounge This panel and Q&A will provide you with insights on hot topics of German […]
Douglass Day Transcribe-a-thon at the Newberry
The Newberry Library and the Center for Textual Studies and Digital Humanities (CTSDH) at Loyola University invite you to a birthday party for Frederick Douglass on February 14, 11am-2pm. Alongside volunteers around the world, we will participate in a transcribe-a-thon to improve access to the correspondence of Frederick Douglass. We’ll also be streaming music and […]
A Mecca of Midcentury Modernism: Alen B. Dow Residential Designs in Midland, Michigan
Midcentury modern design is still as present and popular as it was when it first appeared on the scene. By taking this virtual tour of Midland, Michigan, you'll learn about the impact of Alden B. Dow on modernist design with breathtaking examples from his home and studio. Never heard of architect Alden B. Dow? That’s […]
$15
UIC Black Cultural Center: Black Heritage Month African Americans and the Arts
Homes Away From Home: Black Students’ Activism and Belonging at U of I Thursday, February 1st Bus Departs: 12 pm Bus Returns: by 12 am Sign up: https://go.uic.edu/homeaway This is a FREE trip to the University of Illinois Springfield (UIS) to learn more about our Cultural Centers, connect with students from UIS and the University […]
Orchids After Hours
Make a date to be whisked away by a whimsical world of 10,000 fresh, colorful blooms. Marvel at surprises under the big top as you treat yourself to light bites and colorful cocktails (available for purchase). Enjoy a vibrant night out at the Orchid Show of Wonders.
Thursday, February 15, 2024
- Featured February 15, 2024 -Featured UIC Black Cultural Center: Black Heritage Month African Americans and the Arts
UIC Black Cultural Center: Black Heritage Month African Americans and the Arts
Homes Away From Home: Black Students’ Activism and Belonging at U of I Thursday, February 1st Bus Departs: 12 pm Bus Returns: by 12 am Sign up: https://go.uic.edu/homeaway This is a FREE trip to the University of Illinois Springfield (UIS) to learn more about our Cultural Centers, connect with students from UIS and the University […]
Friday, February 16, 2024
- February 16, 2024 -Native Voices Cover-to-Cover Project: Ensuring Indigenous Representation in Children’s Literature
- February 16, 2024 -February Free Day
- February 16, 2024 -3rd Fridays Free Admission Museum Night
- February 16, 2024 -Orchids After Hours
- February 16, 2024 -If the Sky Could Dream: Interactive Installation, Performance, & Workshop Series
- February 16, 2024 -Karaokeabend | Karaoke Night Stammtisch Open Haus
Native Voices Cover-to-Cover Project: Ensuring Indigenous Representation in Children’s Literature
Date: 2024-02-16 Location: 3001 Central Street, Evanston, IL, 60201, United States The Mitchell Museum, in partnership with the Evanston Public Library and Northwestern University Center for Native American and Indigenous Research, kicks off a new project to ensure Indigenous representation in children’s literature at the second Native Book Fair on Friday, February 16th, 2024 […]
February Free Day
Date: 2024-02-16 Location: 3001 Central Street, Evanston, IL 60201, United States Join us for a day of free admission at the Mitchell Museum on Friday, February 16th, 2024, from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
3rd Fridays Free Admission Museum Night
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
Orchids After Hours
Make a date to be whisked away by a whimsical world of 10,000 fresh, colorful blooms. Marvel at surprises under the big top as you treat yourself to light bites and colorful cocktails (available for purchase). Enjoy a vibrant night out at the Orchid Show of Wonders.
If the Sky Could Dream: Interactive Installation, Performance, & Workshop Series
Heritage Museum of Asian Art is collaborating with 2024 Resident Artist Irene Hsiao to create a new interactive installation, performance, and workshop series called If the Sky Could Dream. Coinciding with the Lunar Year of the Dragon, the museum will showcase dragon artworks from throughout Asia, as well as include an original, contemporary vision of […]
Karaokeabend | Karaoke Night Stammtisch Open Haus
Date: When Friday, February 16, 2024 Time: 7:30 PM - 11:59 PM Location: Location DANK Haus, 2nd Floor Brauhaus Room Karaokeabend | Karaoke Night Stammtisch Open Haus 6th Floor Skyline Lounge Friday | February 16th | 7:30 PM Our February Open Haus will be the best karaoke night in town! For fun we will have […]
Saturday, February 17, 2024
- February 17, 2024 -Teen Saturday Studio: Digital Architectural Spacers – CGI
- February 17, 2024Kino, Kaffee und Kuchen
- February 17, 2024 -Puerto Rican Arts Alliance: Studio Arts Program
- February 17, 2024 -FREE Guided Tours at the National Hellenic Museum
- February 17, 2024 -Carnival of the Animals
- February 17, 2024 -Artecito Weather
- February 17, 2024 -2024 Argyle Lunar New Year Celebration
- Featured February 17, 2024 -Featured Bronzeville Children’s Museum Annual Black History Month Celebration: Honoring Inventor Lonnie Johnson & Celebrating Our 26th Anniversary!
- February 17, 2024 -Constructing Jathi Choreography with Harini Nilakantan
- February 17, 2024 -Love Notes: An R&B Violin Experience
- February 17, 2024 -Desde Mi Barrio
Teen Saturday Studio: Digital Architectural Spacers – CGI
This workshop is designed to provide youth with hands-on experience in creating 2D visualizations of architectural designs using cutting-edge computer-generated imagery (CGI) software. Teens will discover how architects use CGI software to bring their designs to life and learn about tools and techniques used to create stunning visualizations of buildings, interiors, and landscapes. Using CGI […]
Free
Kino, Kaffee und Kuchen
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 […]
Puerto Rican Arts Alliance: Studio Arts Program
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 […]
FREE Guided Tours at the National Hellenic Museum
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.
Carnival of the Animals
Join the Latino Alliance for the Carnival of the Animals performance followed by Orchestra Explorers activities presented by the Negaunee Music Institute! Explore a variety of Orchestra Explorers activities, including a captivating chamber ensemble performance from a local music school on the first floor. Embark on a building-wide scavenger hunt and crossword puzzle with exciting […]
Artecito Weather
¡Acompañanos en OPEN Center for the Arts con nuestros compañeros Lincoln Park Zoo para Artecito! Ubicado a 2214 s. Sacramento, Chicago, IL 60623, estaremos allí de 11 a. m. a 1 p. m. explorando y creando arte. ¡Nos vemos allí! _________ Join us at OPEN Center for the Arts with our friends Lincoln Park […]
2024 Argyle Lunar New Year Celebration
TimeLine Theatre - Year of the Dragon Exhibit Saturday, February 17th, 12:00pm - 4:00pm CMAA, 1016 W. Argyle St. FREE Join TimeLine Theatre at the CMAA for a journey through the historical highlights of past years of the Dragon - with dramaturgy by Irene Hsiao, Resident Artist at the Heritage Museum of Asian Art - and reflect […]
Free
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Bronzeville Children’s Museum Annual Black History Month Celebration: Honoring Inventor Lonnie Johnson & Celebrating Our 26th Anniversary!
Honoring Inventor Lonnie Johnson Come Celebrate Our 26th Anniversary! $5.00 per person/Members Free Music, Singing, Crafts, Story Telling and Balloons
Constructing Jathi Choreography with Harini Nilakantan
Weekly Saturdays 1:15 - 2:15 PM Harini Nilakantan is a student of Aacharya Choodamani Guru Smt. Roja Kannan, and has over two decades of experience in this art form. In this 90-minute class, dancers will learn new choreography - both how to piece together combinations and increase retention with her for advanced rhythmic patterns or […]
Love Notes: An R&B Violin Experience
Enjoy a romantic evening filled with the sounds of your favorite love songs played by the incomparable Omari Dillard. Classically trained, with a contemporary style, Omari delivers harmonious sounds with versatility in genres like R&B, jazz, hip hop, rock, pop, country, and gospel. From Anita Baker and Luther Vandross, to Bruno Mars and Alicia Keys, […]
$62.5
Desde Mi Barrio
Kenneth Meléndez's repertoire spans an array of percussion instruments, encompassing Afro-Puerto Rican, Afro-Cuban, Afro-Dominican, and Brazilian rhythms. Amidst his performances with renowned bands like Costa Brava and La Familia Sanabria, Kenneth dedicates himself to teaching and sharing the essence of Puerto Rican cultural traditions.