In this new exhibition, the Chicago-based Greek American photographer presents 80 historic works showcasing Chicago’s Greek American celebrations alongside other ethnic and cultural festivals and parades, primarily from the 1970s and 1980s. Depicted events include the Greek Independence Day Parade, Bud Billiken Day Parade, Chinese New Year Parade, Mexican Civic Society Parade, Jewish Festival and […]
Please join us to celebrate the art of Akina Curley. A very impressive show by a talented young Native artist. Seeking Sonder showcases work by Akina Curley (Ojibwe/ Diné) to explore other capacities/disciplines of expression that missions to challenge audiences about Native art today through a contemporary aesthetic. These new works by Akina will perform, […]
Rock in the New Year with us and Chicago favorite, The Rolling Clones! The Fifth Province Pub will be rocking with the sounds of Mick & the boys. The Rolling Clones are so good that you’ll swear you’re hearing the Stones live! Join us as we ring in 2023 with the Rolling Clones in a rare […]
Through his signature puntos and semillas, Puerto Rican artist Raul Ortiz Bonilla presents a story of migration and diaspora.
While the youth are out of school, have them join us for a few days full of cultural learning activities and fun! This year's winter camp is called Niijii Camp which translates to Friend Camp. Please RSVP here: https://bit.ly/niijiicamprsvp Location: American Indian Center of Chicago, 3401 W Ainslie, Chicago, IL 60625 Dates: December 28-30th and January […]
JASC's Children's Program Donguri Kai invites 1st through 6th graders to a day camp celebrating Japanese New Year traditions. Campers will learn the basics of calligraphy (kakizome) and flower arranging (ikebana) and the cultural significance of these practicing arts at the new year. Everyone will showcase their creations at the end of camp.
Through the years, the land and water around Chicago have been radically altered. In 1900, the river was reversed. Meanwhile, Michigan Avenue by Grant Park used to be lakefront property! Join us for a virtual presentation as we explore the ebb and flow of our celebrated lake and river. Standing at upper Wacker Drive and […]
Join us for a virtual roundtable conversation exploring ideas for a renewed LaSalle Street corridor, which currently finds itself at a crossroads. How does an austere financial district transform into a vibrant 24-hour neighborhood, and who will call this neighborhood home? In many ways, the fate of the LaSalle Street corridor and the broader downtown […]
While the youth are out of school, have them join us for a few days full of cultural learning activities and fun! This year's winter camp is called Niijii Camp which translates to Friend Camp. Please RSVP here: https://bit.ly/niijiicamprsvp Location: American Indian Center of Chicago, 3401 W Ainslie, Chicago, IL 60625 Dates: December 28-30th and January […]
While the youth are out of school, have them join us for a few days full of cultural learning activities and fun! This year's winter camp is called Niijii Camp which translates to Friend Camp. Please RSVP here: https://bit.ly/niijiicamprsvp Location: American Indian Center of Chicago, 3401 W Ainslie, Chicago, IL 60625 Dates: December 28-30th and January […]
Exhibition Opening - Semillas: Artwork by Raul Ortiz Bonilla Our Resident Artist, Raul Ortiz Bonilla, will unveil his first exhibition, Semillas, at the National Puerto Rican Museum’s 2nd Floor Gallery on Friday, January 6th. Ortiz Bonilla utilizes pointillism, in which he meticulously paints small dots to create areas of color that together form these colorful, large masterpieces. […]
*english below* ¡Estás invitado a celebrar la Rosca con nosotros! Únase a nosotros para nuestra Rosca gigante acompañada de una taza de chocolate caliente. Este mismo día tendremos nuestro Sorteo, donde podrás ganar premios en efectivo así como premios sorpresa. Un Premio de $ 1000 Un Premio de $ 750 4 Premios de $250 cada […]
Topic: Anglo-Scottish Borders – Violence, Custom and Laws Broken Presenter: Professor Cynthia J. Neville, PhD, FRHistS, FSAScot, Professor Emeritus at Dalhousie University in Halifax, Nova Scotia, and Adjunct Professor, Department of History, University of Guelph, Canada This event is complimentary. To attend, please RSVP below or email [email protected].
We are thrilled to partner with the Chicago Philharmonic and the Chinese Fine Arts Society for a free event centered on Chinese-American composer Tan Dun’s work! This panel discussion is in advance of the January 14 concert featuring the North American Premiere of Tan Dun’s Concerto for Guitar and Orchestra (Yi2) with Sharon Isbin. Leading […]
Join IAHC historian Theresa Choske for a program about Belfast artist Paul Henry, as part of our “Saturday in the Library with Theresa” series. Trained in Belfast and Paris, Henry is best know for his sketches of the people, scenes and landscapes of western Ireland. “Launching the Currach,” “Lakeside Cottages,” and “The Watcher” are some […]