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 […]
Through his signature puntos and semillas, Puerto Rican artist Raul Ortiz Bonilla presents a story of migration and diaspora.
Eleven artists with ties to North and South of the Mason-Dixon Line respond to just how much Black life has always been in transit. The Great Migration was one of the largest movements of people in United States history. It has transformed cities like Chicago, Detroit, New York and Pittsburgh between 1916 and 1970. […]
South Asia Institute brings together art and poetry by South Asian women to create a space for alternative narratives of femininity and identity.
This exhibit discusses the exploitation of Indigenous land and how imposed borders of nation-states have erased the natural land borders used by Indigenous peoples. Nine Sami artists and three Indigenous artists from Canada and the United States want to use this exhibit to start a dialogue, raise questions, and establish waypoints between their culture and […]
“The Negro Motorist Green Book” guided Black Americans to thousands of businesses for over thirty years. When the first “Green Book” was published, the American road was a metaphor for freedom: freedom to change your present situation, determine your destiny, and travel. Yet, in 20th-century America, this same road was a dangerous place for Black travelers. The […]
The Spotlight Series at the Chinese American Museum of Chicago is pleased to present UNITY, Maggie Wong’s first solo exhibition in Chicago. Through various manipulations of newsprint via sculptural and print interventions pulled from the artist’s collection of Unity Newspaper, the show depicts a version of childcare that supported revolutionary action, particularly the publishing of […]
From 1908 to the mid 1930’s, Hilma Ljung photographed the village of Svalöv with her 4×5 glass plate view camera, showing us a rural Swedish woman's life.
AESTHETICS OF LOSS is a collection of work by seven artists who have experienced loss of family members recently. Their studios became places for grieving and understanding the sudden vacuum of losing loved ones either suddenly or over a long period of illness. Caregiving, memory, helplessness, loss and the ultimate mystery of death are explored […]
Over 36 years ago members of the Irish American Community had a vision to create a place that would hold the spirit of the past, the energy of the present and to keep their culture alive for the future. This non-for-profit organization brings the best in artistic avenues, and arts are an important part of […]
Pairing historic works and contemporary art, this exhibition reflects on the persistence of anti-colonial resistance, from the so-called "Indian Wars" to the "Global War on Terror".
Exhibition Parallel Worlds, Opening March 3,2023 at 7:00 p.m. Admission $10.00 March 3rd-25th, 2023 Ukrainian Artist Luna Prysiazhniuk debut Exhibition Parallel Worlds opens March 3, 2023 at the Ukrainian National Museum. The artist's heart is divided into two parts, one forever in Ukraine and the other- her current city Chicago. Luna conveys on canvases the […]
Avid amateur photographer Jan Zawiliński documented Chicago’s Polish Downtown community in 1900-1924, leaving behind a fascinating record of everyday life.
Esther Park Solo Exhibition Mar. 10-22, 2023 I am a self-taught artist and have been working for the past 3 years on telling my journey of healing through art. I remember a vision that Jesus had given me years ago; that vision is painting for a time as this. I was diagnosed with stage 4 […]
From digital collage to painting to glasswork to photography, twelve non-male Diasporican artists explore their expansive identities and how they intersect in their own ways.
Friday March 17th is a night of fun at our Open Haus! This month’s theme is Starkbierfest! We will have German Bier on tap and food for purchase! After the debauchery of Faschingszeit (carnival season), we have started into Fastenzeit (lent). Fortify yourself for this time of austereness by trying some "liquid food" - the genius […]
The Mazarin is an almond filled pastry that is a classic on the Swedish fika table. Not everyone is brave enough to attempt to bake it at home but it is nevertheless a favorite among young and old. In honor of Mazarin Day (3/15) the Museum will host a pop-up café. In addition we will […]
СМИРЕН #накиновмагура Чикаго 11 март от 19:00ч. | 12 март от 13:30ч. MaguraBCS.com/cinema MaguraBCS/movies Със специалното съдействие и по покана на център “Магуара”, екипът на новия български игрален филм “Смирен” ще гостува на премиерата му във Чикаго На 11 март от 19 ч. и 12 март от 13:30ч. Зрителите ще имат възможността да присъстват на […]
"Не се задоволявай само да живееш в едно общество, а го създавай" - К. Таков Защо за доц. Кристиан Таков моралът е доброто? Каква е мисията му? Умее ли да формулира проблемите, но и да посочва решенията им? Има ли българска мечта? Защо за краткия си живот той е направил толкова много? Филмът “Моралът е […]
Topic: Irish Futures: Ireland and Northern Ireland Speaker: Brendan O’Leary, PhD (LSE), FRSA, MRIA (hon), Lauder Professor of Political Science, University of Pennsylvania and Fulbright Scholar to Ireland 2021-22, NUI-Galway, Honorary Professor of Political Science Queen’s University Belfast
Virtuální informační panel se zástupci MŠMT na téma “Zápisy do kmenových škol” Duben je za rohem a s ním i zápisy do kmenových škol! Mnoho českých rodičů v zahraničí přemýšlí, zda své dítě zapsat či nezapsat. Pokud ano, jakým způsobem a do jaké školy? Musí dítě žijící v zahraničí přijmout? Musí jezdit na přezkoušení či […]
This program will be held in-person at the Newberry. Advance registration required. Join military veterans and poets Erika Renee Land, Monty Little (Diné), Dunya Mikhail, and Carlos Sirah for an evening of poetry exploring the disparate impacts of war and the search for a path toward solidarity. This event will also provide a closer look […]
Heritage Center Favorites Byrne and Kelly return – just in time for St. Patrick’s Day – on Thursday, March 16th. As two of the principal singers in the international touring group Celtic Thunder, Neil Byrne and Ryan Kelly sought to navigate their own path into the history of Irish music with the creation of Byrne […]
The St. Patrick’s Day celebration continues on Friday, March 17th in the Fifth Province Pub! Join us from 3:00pm to 11:00pm for an evening of music and craic, with special […]
Animals burrow for lots of reasons. Some burrow simple structures to protect their food and others create homes with multiple rooms and tunnels to live and take care of their […]
Grammy Award winner Antonio Rey is one of the most renowned guitarists in contemporary flamenco. After a long career accompanying some of flamenco’s greatest singers and dancers (Farruquito, Antonio Canales, La Tana, […]
Everyone is invited to for a morning of Swedish Easter crafts and pancakes. This is not a drop in event. We will have crafts for all ages and levels and a Swedish pancake breakfast. Cost: $15 members (adults and children 2 and over); $20 non-members (adults and children 2 and over); $5 children aged 12-24 […]
Enjoy gentle indoor Yoga classes at DANK-Haus. The class will be taught primarily in German, with the intro and outro in English. Those with little or no German experience are encouraged to come and follow along! In this class we will be flowing from pose to pose and linking movement with breath. We will combine […]
Many remember Jay Frank of Crestline Entertainment from Stammtisch some years ago when he led the group in energetic line dancing sessions. Now Jay is back in a culinary role to share the secrets of traditional Rouladen, based on a recipe his mother used. Are you hungry yet? Jay has tested and perfected this recipe […]
HAMOC is hosting a celebration for the March birthdays of staff, volunteers, and friends of the museum on March 18th, 2023 from 2pm to 4pm. We will be serving refreshments and snacks while we build community. Tickets are free but limited, so reserve today and join us! This celebration will be held at 4654 N […]
Хайде да рисуваме ВОДЕЩ: Сашка Аначкова ОЧАКВАМЕ ВИ! 18 март от 19:00ч. Резервации: https://magurabcs.com/regi.../2vrwqzh2vu05rmogoqhtndnlmop5ha 1.224.800.1538 Невъзможно е в рамките на една творческа вечер и в една картина да изразим чувството на гордост от националната си принадлежност! Изглежда дори абсурден опитът да възхвалим жената и женското начало в тези рамки! Трудно е и да съберем и […]
Grammy Award winner Antonio Rey is one of the most renowned guitarists in contemporary flamenco. After a long career accompanying some of flamenco’s greatest singers and dancers (Farruquito, Antonio Canales, La Tana, Manuela Carrasco, Rafael Amargo… among many others), he now takes center stage at this year’s Chicago Flamenco Festival, exhibiting his true guitar artistry, exceptional musical […]
Step Out Into Spring Dancing with Linda and Paul Returns To The Museum Join the fun with mixers and set dances; Twirl around the floor with a waltz, polka, hambo, schottis, polksa or bugg Whether a seasoned pro or testing the waters, we?ve got you covered with hundreds of tunes to dance the night away. […]