Bridgeport Art Center (BAC) was established in 2001,&nbsp; BAC is a 500,000 square foot building with high ceilings, beautiful wood beams over 100 years old, exposed brick and large windows with incredible city views facing north, south, east and west.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;This industrial building is home to more than 100 artists, woodworkers, &nbsp;fashion designers, architects, interior designers, attorneys, counselors, therapists, non for profits, for profits and many other professionals.&nbsp;&nbsp; BAC has two stunning event venues, four galleries, along with a coffee shop/restaurant.&nbsp;&nbsp; Bridgeport Art Center is a resource for creative minds and is a focal point of emerging, &nbsp;evolving art and professionals in Chicago.Visit <a href="http://www.bridgeportart.com">bridgeportart.com</a> for a complete 2024 exhibition schedule.&nbsp;Join us every third Friday of the month&nbsp;from 7–10 pm when artists open up their&nbsp;studios with interactive demonstrations and&nbsp;special events. Explore four art galleries&nbsp;and enjoy this free event.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

4TH FLOOR GALLERYSapphire &amp; Crystals, a collective of African American Women Artists in Chicago, features works addressing various themes including race and gender, limited palettes, and honoring their pasts. The theme for the current show, FORWARD, signals the renewed enthusiasm that members are embracing in movement toward new artistic opportunities in a changing cultural landscape.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

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