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.
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."
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.
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.
ICON explores the multi-cultural figure, the Buddha, and its representation as a global icon through a unique and global perspective.
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.
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: 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 […]
“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 […]
3831 Holiday Pop-Up is a mini pop-up market hosted in SSCAC's historic Burroughs gallery, that features vendors working across a variety of businesses from jewelry to candles, books, and more!
Date: 2024-06-20 Location: 9603 Woods Drive Skokie, IL 60077 United States A Fundraiser for Mitchell Museum of the American Indian: The Negotiator: Billy Caldwell Documentary Thursday, June 20 | 7 PM film showtime As one of the treaty signers in 1829 and 1833, Billy Caldwell and others negotiated the sale of 5,000,000 acres of […]
Called the Mother Road, U.S. Highway 66 has been a fixture in American history since its inception in 1926. Join us for a trip along the highway - known simply as Route 66 – as we look at the best examples of what has been called Roadside Architecture: the visual reflections of the American regions […]
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 […]
Date: January 25 | 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Location: 3855 N Lincoln Ave Chicago, IL 60613 United States Join the Chicago Scots at Martyrs’ Live for a very special Burns Supper!
A play for those held captive by theater itself. On the border of illusion and reality, the only constant is human feeling. After a glorious Chicagoland premiere of Splinter: A Romantic Comedy in Wheeling and Evanston, IL, the play will be performed again at The Edge Theater at 5451 N Broadway, Chicago, IL 60640 on Friday January 26th at […]
Date: January 27 | 10:00 am - 11:30 am Location: 2800 Des Plaines Avenue North Riverside, IL 60546 United States
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 […]
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.
South Asia Institute and Thespianz Foundation Present "American Desi Family”, A Comical All Urdu/Hindi Play Second Show Added due to High Demand! About the Play American Desi Family is a satirical comedy about a South Asian family that migrated to the United States. Wajeh is dissatisfied with his wife, Naima, while their family friend Aashiq, […]
Date: January 27 | 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm Location: 9333 S. Cicero Avenue, Oak Lawn, IL 60453 United States 5:00 pm – Cash Bar 5:45 pm – Pipe Band 6:00 pm – Program Start Complete details will be included with your emailed invitation. Email [email protected] to be added to our invitation list.
South Asia Institute and Thespianz Foundation Present "American Desi Family”, A Comical All Urdu/Hindi Play Second Show Added due to High Demand! About the Play American Desi Family is a satirical comedy about a South Asian family that migrated to the United States. Wajeh is dissatisfied with his wife, Naima, while their family friend Aashiq, […]
Shubukai Presents: Revitalizing Tradition XVI Fujima Style Japanese Classical Dance Saturday, January 27th, 2024 | AIRMW Cultural Arts Hub | 7:00PM 4875 N Elston Ave Chicago, IL 60630 The “Revitalizing Tradition” Series is a performance series created to introduce Japanese Classical Dance concepts and themes such as gender presentation and Kabuki character archetypes. This year we welcome Fujima […]