West Town, Wicker Park, Ukrainian Village, Kinzie Corridor, Humboldt Park

West Town

Wisconsin

IL • MI • IN

West Loop, Fulton Market, East Garfield Park

West Loop and West Side

Evanston, The North Shore, Northern, Western and Southern Suburbs

Suburbs

Old Town, Lincoln Park, Lakeview, Roscoe Village, Bucktown, Wicker Park, Logan Square, Lincoln Square, Ravenswood, Uptown, Edgewater, Andersonville, Rogers Park

North Side

Michigan Avenue, Streeterville, The Gold Coast, The Loop, and South Loop

Michigan Avenue

Pilsen, Bridgeport, Chinatown, plus Hyde Park, Jackson Park/Dorchester, and Bronzeville

South Side

Superior and Franklin streets, West Chicago Ave, and down to Merchandise Mart and the River

River North

West Town Chamber of Commerce

Robin Malpass Art

Since 1970 Frame Factory has been a Chicagoland favorite.&nbsp;Our clients include artists, galleries, designers, and all who enjoy custom picture framing to make their artwork and projects unique and exciting.Our high standards, reputation for detail, and quality allow us to offer a full range of picture frame moulding and archival framing materials. &nbsp;We offer quick turnaround, pick up, delivery and our design and creativity allow for a truly exceptional and enjoyable experience.

Frame Factory

Art on theMART

F.L Braswell Fine Art is a private dealership focusing on modern and contemporary art by European and American artists. Based in Chicago, Illinois and founded in 2000, areas of specialty include original prints, works on paper and abstract art from the 1930s to present. We also provide consultative services to assist new and established collectors in the acquisition of artwork, framing and installation. In addition to welcoming clients in Chicago by appointment we also have a gallery space in Southwest Michigan just an hour and a half drive from Chicago. We are located in Lakeside, Michigan at 15300 Red Arrow Highway. Image: Joan Mitchell, Weeds I, 1992, Lithograph, 22.5” x 33.25”

F.L. Braswell Fine Art

VSG CONTEMPORARY is dedicated to presenting the work of emerging and mid-career artists through both solo exhibitions and curated group shows. Since opening its doors in 2022, the gallery has quickly gained recognition from esteemed publications such as The New York Times and The Economist for its distinctive fusion of humor and high-caliber contemporary art.&nbsp; Located in Chicago’s dynamic West Town Art District, VSG is committed to cultivating a vibrant community of artists, collectors, and art lovers—shaping the cultural landscape of tomorrow. Image: Gallery view

VSG Contemporary

Rivich Auction & Estates

Chicago Art Department

The Grove Gallery exhibits the work of contemporary representational artists. Our impressive roster of artists includes Beth Herman-Adler, Mark Cleveland, Cary Cochrane, Josefien Stopplenburg, Sarah Kaiser-Amaral, Jules Kunhart, Joanna Pinsky, Jennifer Presant, Alice Rebechini, Joseph Taylor, and Nina Weiss. The focus of Grove Gallery is primarily upon two-dimensional work: painting, drawing, and prints. Image: Paul Brourman, Le Bar du Marche, Paris, Oil on canvas <img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/dfafo598z/image/upload/v1733770109/bh84ud7ualtx4y6ohrd4.jpg">

The Grove Gallery

Parlor and Ramp

Kane Space

Enrich Life, Collect ArtArt holds the power to enhance an environment, and Art Advisory, Ltd.’s art consultants bring the power to select work that complements your goals. With 30 years of experience, we are a well-established fine art consulting firm. Our consultants’ goals are to transform your space with quality, visually satisfying art that inspires, motivates and impresses.We offer needs assessments based on your space, taste, culture, identity, image and values by a professional arts consultant.• In-depth conceptual analysis• Space planning• Art selection• Commissions management for site-specific art• Framing, delivery and installation• Inventory and collection management• Moving specialists• Call for a FREE consultation. &nbsp;&nbsp;

Art Advisory Ltd.

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;

Bridgeport Art Center

The Franklin&nbsp;is an outdoor, backyard gallery space designed to present all kinds of work, from video projections, to paintings, to cardboard creations.&nbsp;

The Franklin

Bert Green Fine Art exhibits emerging, mid-career, queer and underrepresented artists. We present smart, challenging work and site-specific exhibitions, and publish original limited edition prints in various media.&nbsp;Email sign-up on our <a href="https://www.bgfa.us">website</a>.Image: BGFA is located in the Willoughby Building on Michigan Avenue; exterior view pictured above.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Bert Green Fine Art

Featuring affordable fine art prints and works-on-paper by both local and international artists, CPC is Chicago’s longest-running fine art printmaking workshop, where gallery visitors mingle with printmakers as they create on the presses. CPC also offers classes in etching, lithography, relief, screen printing, and book arts. For over 33 years the studio has been a world class, professional destination for both printmakers and print enthusiasts.&nbsp;CPC’s gallery walls and flat files are home to the works of over 85 artists, including Hiroshi Ariyama, David Driesbach, Tony Fitzpatrick, Michael Goro, Susan Hall, Mirka Hokkanen, Teresa James, Raeleen Kao, Amos P. Kennedy Jr., Damon Kowarsky, Karen Kunc, Kim Laurel, Deborah Maris Lader, Carrie Lingscheit, Kumi Obata, Dennis O’Malley, Jaco Putker, Alberto Cruz, Jay Ryan, Jeff Sippel, Sarah Smelser, Kitikong Tilokwattanotai, Kouki Tsuritani, Nicola Villa, Art Werger, Scott Westgard, Cleo Wilkinson and others. Fine art prints can be purchased year round from CPC’s online store.Thru Feb 11: 33rd Annual International Small Print ExhibitionMar 18–May 27: Carlos Barberena, Atlan Arce-Witzl, CHema Skandal!June 10–Aug 26: CLOSE TO TRANSPORTATION Summer Show&nbsp;Image: Top, (L–R): Sarah Smelser, Jaco Putker, Deborah Maris Lader, Cleo Wilkinson, Middle row: Karen Kunc, Carrie Lingscheit, Alberto Cruz, Damon Kowarsky. Bottom: Kouki Tsuritani, Octavia Thorns, Kumi Obata, Jen Farrell, Tony Fitzpatrick.

Chicago Printmakers Collaborative

65GRAND is a contemporary art gallery that provides artists with the opportunity to present their work in a professional and open environment that encourages an exploratory process. Our mission is to foster art at the forefront of contemporary culture. In addition to our exhibition program, we regularly host artist talks, screenings and other public events that fuel crucial dialogue about contemporary art. Image: Installation view, Gina Hunt, Mirage, 2024, photo credit: Holly Murkerson

65GRAND

THE COLLECTION: Where Art Meets Fashion is a multifaceted contemporary art program located within Macerich’s Fashion Outlets of Chicago. Components of THE COLLECTION include 22 permanent commissions and a rotating exhibition series located throughout the common area of the shopping center. The public art program has invested in works by Daniel Arsham, Derrick Adams, Carlos Rolón Dzine, Jen Stark, Matthew Hoffman and many more. THE COLLECTION’s rotating exhibitions feature work by a variety of artists displayed in glass cases located throughout Level Two of the shopping center. For more information, visit <a href="https://u56787.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=NrnrG0O-2BDJoeMfmwX6fgM9NVL11xfR2mzTlRxfiMpfrNrRODPE758OZCjEfr-2BXjmFldovJKhPTWcdjSThl2rgLIpC9hBT-2FvygG2MhG3mz6BguvqtOkuvV0Afc-2BoEpPDTJNNhhhu8NBifJNysR7YXvUHYGHAXphoKseVxDL2nFRs-3D3CiV_BYLPtpUivDHORxxkVXshLCRT3wjV7CgXbLJWP9J5MP-2BvAdgfICCFFHxnTjvEhUHLATit0Q8QLp1LC-2BEz94L007cIzaJ5X2O6z6fZNnnfytz4O2GEhL-2BoW19-2BOIjlTtwbGpi3oyzHiRn5ZMoVxQONGmQwgJ-2B4u5DYKuw-2BCdK3Y0LRXSmlYDaWMDkF5PDRyCVAJK4vicJhw05nTt6oEEMa13wNSz0qdU2YffTcxDRfNxlNT9pIrQ4c0R1pKLXfuJXB6fZZdvJBOUlGQFa6LG2-2FwYPMXUOUFyOIk4qvdhuCqOhbey-2FHCkRRVXxIDCMNhqZVvsvtkJjvK0oELyTwEpmCJGWGPUgqQnIYqzYs-2BNj9xC62yngaXXU06Vd-2Fr9DKaIRsMrYUGxgOlcL4LxglybF3itprHvcgHSz79ntcAOaVFs4h4fgqdRGMMneweWsG98oZGsBsQWPkQFL89MEeJEmGlK9j1JhEAbYY9jlL6Ms9RLI6-2BB3CGnkmemxHWVYjYJoYidqQ8CJmv8MYtGg1bjZZZXO7ZjnQf2RnL4L8fYjk135jOWf6VZOqrsMmpBVNxpdvillZiFXWuGxZA7IHU3UILYiTrY25QxGDbYXM7tAzpN8UtgA-2BAeNHVUOnRgbbj677gVr88v1i5CMVSIhU8aXARTYoEeSF6rg7TiLnPF71001ZVKCFY6pmJe-2BUBdLwFLHbe0YJ2MG0ahlZMxMQXhv-2FH8V1wMalfnxZuo9rY50wzLHSK0Ynfy5pqY5CxgvAvyxLbp5gYQd-2Fzl714o8P2CsQScL7BFrsiFGYnRZ7Vex51z81U6OiF3N3S0GPPgD3ng-2BFCNUb17UGl5gGAwIf-2FtdyfZzvR4ojURIVTx0dOtQdYURj6a1GgOQwnEJo2KU-2BmFqM9IFsChhovoepL-2FKKyAugN4cZGggYEQxBe85KtfRHLTQy7kZ69pA8YhIu3GxgWfKS">https://www.fashionoutletsofchicago.com/TheCollection</a>.

THE COLLECTION: Where Art Meets Fashion 

Nestled in the heart of West Town and established in 2011, Chicago Truborn is a sanctuary for both emerging and established artists, specializing in street/graffiti/pop art. Unconventional and welcoming, this gallery has become synonymous with showcasing affordable art and creating an atmosphere where art collectors and novices alike can explore and indulge. Dubbed “Chicago’s Best Gallery”, Chicago Truborn further distinguishes itself through two site-specific murals accompanying every new exhibition. The rotating murals breathe life into the space, immersing viewers in a dynamic encounter with each visit. This distinctive approach not only transforms the space but also empowers artists to express their vision&nbsp;- transcending the constraints of traditional galleries and canvas works. As the gallery director and public art specialist, Sara Dulkin’s influence extends far beyond the gallery’s walls.&nbsp;Sara has spearheaded multiple large-scale mural projects across Chicagoland such as the Wabash Arts Corridor, the West Town Public Arts Initiative, and Tri-Taylor’s iconic “Chicago’s Most Instagrammable Alley.” Enjoying and collecting artwork is for EVERYONE. Come in, ask questions, take pictures and <a rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.instagram.com/explore/search/keyword/?q=becomeacollector" target="_blank">#BecomeAcollector</a> Browse available works, purchase direct, anytime online or visit in store to <a rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.instagram.com/explore/search/keyword/?q=becomeacollector" target="_blank">#BecomeAcollector</a> &nbsp;Image: Gallery View, Anthony Lewellen’s “Retrospect”&nbsp;(Photo by Thomas Ahn)

Chicago Truborn

Seven years after launching her namesake gallery in Seattle, Mariane Ibrahim moved their space to Chicago in 2019. In September 2021, the gallery opened their inaugural European space in Paris and in February 2023 opened a location in Mexico City. The gallery has hosted acclaimed exhibitions, with a founding focus on the African diaspora, from leading and emerging artists. The gallery has worked with global renowned institutions and have had an international presence at art fairs with acclaimed and prize-winning presentations. In 2021 Ibrahim was awarded The Ordre des Arts et des Lettres (Order of the Arts and the Letters) on behalf of the Ministry of culture in France. Notable prizes and appointments include the Prize Winner from Presents Section, The Armory Show 2017, current Selection Committee, The Armory Show, current Visionaries Committee, Performa Arts and member of the Art Dealers Association of America. Image: Sol Kordich, Coming back to the one. Installation View. Courtesy of Mariane Ibrahim.

Mariane Ibrahim

Peggy Notebaert Museum

PAGODA RED is the destination for collectors who love the art, history, style &amp; spirit of Asian and handcrafted objects. Every item is authentic—historically and geographically—and wears the patina of many lifetimes served in homes, palaces and gardens. Ancient furniture and artifacts are conceptualized to fit a modern sensibility for their clients. &nbsp;Located in the Bucktown neighborhood, PAGODA RED also proudly represents artists and makers from around the world. The showroom and online experience offer a balance of old and new.&nbsp;In the early 1990s, owner Betsy Nathan studied Mandarin and moved to Beijing. There, she met a group of legendary Chinese furniture experts. Under their mentorship, she became an expert in provenance, craftsmanship, joinery and history. Nathan moved back to the United States and established her first showroom in Chicago in 1997. Over the last 20 years, the PAGODA RED team has grown into a renowned resource for designers, collectors and aficionados around the world.Image: Installation View / Fine Art Kites by Michael Thompson / Image courtesy of PAGODA RED

PAGODA RED

The mission of the Adler Planetarium is to inspire exploration and understanding of our Universe.

Adler Planetarium

After&nbsp;two&nbsp;years&nbsp;of interruption, transition and reevaluation within all art communities, we are thrilled to announce Secrist | Beach. Located at the corner of Wood and Hubbard Streets, this double bow-truss, sky lit space is a 10,000 sq ft arena featuring an expanded approach to contemporary exhibition experiences. Our reinvigorated programming will present solo artist’s exhibitions alongside curated surveys by like-minded creators that will elaborate the dialogue around related topics. Additional programming includes panel discussions, lectures, curatorial invitationals and other events. As we dive into our 3rd decade we offer a revitalized mission as a gift to engage our art community locally and at large.&nbsp;&nbsp;Image: Installation view: Hilma's Ghost. Photo by Nathan Keay.&nbsp;

Secrist | Beach

Lily Pad | West is a contemporary art gallery that presents artwork from over 70 artists. We showcase a wide range of artwork from photorealism to abstract art in our virtual and in-person exhibitions.&nbsp;Visit our website to view more information and our full exhibition schedule.&nbsp;Lily Pad | West is a participant in 2024 Gallery Night MKE:&nbsp;January 19 &amp; 20April 19 &amp; 20July 19 &amp; 20October 18 &amp; 19 &nbsp;

Lily Pad | West

Founded in 2017, Gallery Victor exhibits compelling contemporary art in a variety of media by both established and emerging artists. Gallery Victor brings over 20 years of experience creating relationships with artists, collectors and institutions and builds on a reputation for promoting thought-provoking figurative art, museum quality works of Realism and Studio Furniture of exacting detail. The gallery also provides outreach to the community in the form of educational and social events designed to further the relationship between artist and audience. A section of the gallery called “The Studio” is dedicated to the creative process featuring an artist’s formative works and drawings, as well as the work of emerging artists. Art is accessibly priced and presented to encourage the formation of an art collection for new viewers or those who wish to expand their collection.The work of renowned steel furniture maker Jim Rose is always on view. &nbsp;We offer consulting services, artwork on approval, and financing options.&nbsp;2024 Opening Receptions to take place on the following dates with other River North Galleries:&nbsp;March 15May 10July 12September 6November 8&nbsp;Image: Bruno Surdo, A Selfie, A Pink Unicorn, Paparazzi! What Does It Take To Get Noticed?, oil on canvas, 79 H x 108 W in.

Gallery Victor 

The gallery will be closed for holiday breakDecember 22, 2024 - January 11, 2025 PATRON is a contemporary art gallery in Chicago founded in collaboration by Julia Fischbach and Emanuel Aguilar. PATRON is founded on the defining characteristics of a patron of the arts, that is, a person chosen, named or honored as a special guardian, protector or supporter. With this foundation set as a cornerstone, the gallery hopes to open new and traditional avenues of helping audiences of patrons from all walks of life engage and find access to contemporary art.Member Art Dealers Association of America (ADAA).Installation view, SAMUEL LEVI JONES: No color in the pages, PATRON Gallery. Photo by Evan Jenkins.&nbsp;&nbsp;

PATRON 

Ruschman

Chicago Arts District

DPAM will be closed for DePaul University's Holiday Break from Monday, December 23 - Wednesday, January 1. We wish you all rest and relaxation during this time, and look forward to seeing you in the new year! ﻿DePaul Art Museum (DPAM) is a world-class museum located in the heart of Lincoln Park on DePaul University’s campus. DPAM is open to the public and presents three to five temporary exhibitions per year with a permanent collection of nearly 4,000 objects with strengths in international modern and contemporary art, particularly highlighting the voices of marginalized artists and communities. DPAM enriches the university’s commitments to excellence, diversity and social concerns by connecting people through art and ideas that explore the vast range of human experience and expression. We provide an inclusive platform for innovative artistic voices with a program that bridges local and global concerns.&nbsp;Image caption: Selva Aparicio.&nbsp;East of Eden, 2023. Dandelion seeds and discarded teddy bear from a child’s grave. Courtesy of the artist. Photo: Daniel Delgado.

DePaul University Art Museum (DPAM)

For nearly two decades, Alan Koppel Gallery has played a leading role in introducing contemporary international artists to American audiences. In addition to organizing extensive solo and group exhibitions of new work by gallery artists, the gallery maintains an inventory of select primary and secondary works by leading artists from the major movements in 20th Century American and European Art. Artists to first exhibit with us in Chicago include renown artists such as Robert Moskowitz, Bruce Conner and Jacques Villeglé, younger artists like Edward Lipski and Katharina Bosse, and the estate of Eugéne Leroy.In the mid-1990s, Alan Koppel’s successful private gallery turned public with the opening of his first space in Chicago’s John Hancock Center where the first solo exhibition was new work by Peter Halley. In 2001, the gallery moved and expanded its presence to a 4,000 square foot gallery in Chicago’s River North gallery district. The inaugural blockbuster exhibition paired new work by Jacques Villeglé with furniture by Jean Prouve. Past exhibitions include new work by artists Halley, Leroy, Villeglé, Lipski and Bosse, as well as shows highlighting recent acquisitions by Hiroshi Sugimoto, Vik Muniz, Philip Guston, Diane Arbus, Mark Tansey, Louise Bourgeois, Marcel Duchamp, Hans Bellmer, Robert Frank, Walker Evans, Andy Warhol and Ed Ruscha.In 2012 the gallery moved to its current Dearborn Street location, transforming a turn-of-the-century greystone into an intimate gallery space dedicated to showcasing significant artworks from the 20th and 21st century.Image: Dianna Frid, More Time Than Life, exhibition 2019&nbsp;&nbsp;

Alan Koppel Gallery

The Madison Museum of Contemporary Art is an independent organization that exhibits, collects, and preserves modern and contemporary art to provide transformative experiences that educate, reflect, and inspire us as individuals and a community.MMoCA will be a vibrant organization that will foster the exchange of ideas and create experiences that will inspire a wide audience; a nexus for the work of emerging and established artists, welcoming compelling new work, presenting this and existing work in a dynamic and extraordinary space; a catalyst for the continued development of a vigorous community of artists; a forum that will encourage people to be challenged by, reflect on, and make connections between art and the world around them.Following 105 years of presenting exhibitions and education programs in borrowed and refurbished spaces, the Madison Museum of Contemporary Art opened to the public on April 23, 2006, in a brand new facility connected to Overture Center for the Arts.Designed by world-renowned architect César Pelli, the Museum’s exhilarating facility offers 51,500 square feet of interior space, as well as the 7,100-square-foot Rooftop Sculpture Garden. Public amenities include spacious galleries, a 230-seat lecture hall, a children’s classroom, a new-media gallery, and a study center for drawings, prints, and photographs. The facility was made possible by the extraordinary generosity of W. Jerome Frautschi, a long-time friend of the Museum.Museum exhibitions and most education programs at MMoCA are free to the public.Image: exterior view of the museum.

Madison Museum of Contemporary Art (MMoCA)

Emerge is an MCA Circle Donor affinity group of art enthusiasts, collectors, and art patrons interested in furthering the mission of the MCA. Dues start at $1,000/year.Emerge supports the museum most notably through its annual art acquisition. In addition to identifying and collectively funding the purchase of new work by artists not currently represented in the MCA collection, Emerge also sponsors events with artists, curators, and arts leaders that reflect the dynamic issues of contemporary art today.For more information, email <a href=https://mcachicago.org/support/groups/emerge@mcachicago.org>emerge@mcachicago.org</a>.Emerge BenefitsMembership benefits include invitations to exclusive events that create meaningful interactions between Emerge members and artists, and art world leaders; intimate access to MCA curators; voting privileges for the annual acquisition; and tickets to all Emerge-sponsored public programs.This group is appropriate for both the new and long-time collector, and anyone interested in learning more about contemporary art.<a href=https://mcachicago.org/support/groups/emerge>Details</a>&nbsp;Image: Marjorie Susman Curatorial Fellow Faye Gleisser discusses one of the works in consideration for acquisition during the final vote, Apr 27, 2016Photo: Jeremy Lawson © MCA Chicago

EMERGE

Space 900 Gallery

The DANK Treffpunkt is the art gallery of the DANK Haus German American Cultural Center, a nonprofit in Lincoln Square. Located in the new first floor expansion at the center, the DANK Treffpunkt supports the DANK Haus's mission of preserving and promoting German cultural heritage. Beyond the German perspective, the gallery also hosts artists from other immigrant&nbsp;backgrounds,&nbsp;cross-cultural and interdisciplinary exhibitions, and projects that engage with cultural diversity. Past exhibitions have included: Black Forest Peace Symphony, a solo show by Black Forest-based painter Beate Axmann; Living Memory, showing a selection from the DANK Haus's collection of oral history interviews; and 1 Cancer Patient, a show about women's experiences with cancer, featuring sculpture, paintings, screenprints, and a photography series by German Jewish photographer Warren Perlstein.&nbsp;Image: 1CancerPatient, taken by Rosa Gallagher&nbsp;&nbsp;

DANK Haus

Established in 1940 as a not-for-profit organization that supports the Art Institute of Chicago, the SCA promotes a deeper understanding and appreciation of the art of the current moment. SCA programs and events offer this insight to participants through accessing artists, leading critics, historians, curators, dealers, distinguished private collections, and major art destinations within the United States and abroad. The SCA also has made a substantial contribution to the museum’s collection and presentations of contemporary art through its acquisitions, special initiatives, and exhibition support. In 2017, the SCA Engagement Fund was established to lend financial support to select Art Institute of Chicago initiatives related to contemporary art. Providing further opportunities for SCA members to participate directly in the museum’s work, this includes but is not limited to support for: exhibitions and performances, the production of publications, education initiatives, and programming.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Society for Contemporary Art (SCA)

With over 40 years of experience serving Chicago’s art community and art appreciators, Seaberg Picture Framing has developed anunrivaled reputation for high quality craftsmanship and service.We understand and utilize the ful range of mouldings, glazing, and matting options in addition to using museum-quality archival materials. Our highly skilled custom framers have the expertise and knowledge to best advise our clients on choosing custom finishes as well as protecting and presenting their valuable artwork.Artists, galleries, and designers consistently call on us to provide secvires ranging from custom lacquer finishes, large scale fine art photo printing, and cusotm framing to bespoke services like hand carved frames, gilding and leafing, and antiques restoration.

Seaberg Picture Framing

What is Buddy? Buddy is a store in the Chicago Cultural Center in downtown Chicago with the mission of supporting and showcasing local artists, makers, and small businesses. Its nearly 2500 square foot retail space features 300+ artists at any moment including prints, photos, art objects, functional art, textile, publications, music, jewelry, care products, toys and much more. The space also features annual programs, including a rotating Art 4 Sale exhibition series, rotating Randolph St. display window installations, and monthly in-store events. Buddy is a program of Public Media Institute, a Bridgeport-based non-profit that has been supporting Chicago artists for over 30 years.&nbsp; Our Mission Buddy is a shop, a hub for making connections between friends we have and those we have yet to meet. We are committed to giving artists and small manufacturers in Chicago a place to showcase and sell their goods and artworks to a vast audience of Chicagoans and visitors at the Chicago Cultural Center. This collaboration between Public Media Institute and the Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE) furthers both institutions’ goals of providing visibility and opportunities to artists across the Chicagoland area. Through exhibitions, talks, workshops, performances, readings, and product launches, Buddy will work to bring the creative output of our city’s neighborhoods to the city center for visitors and locals alike to consume. Buddy is a place that introduces the world to the people making it happen in Chicago, a place that helps them create a sustainable world we all want to work, play, and live in. Hey!&nbsp; Did you know that Buddy is a non-profit shop in the Chicago cultural center that's run by a small (3-5 people to be exact!) but mighty team?We are consistently working hard on each and every order,customer inquiry,outreach,fairs/markets,programming,cultural center events, and vendor relationships, in order to bring the Chicagoland community closer together. If we take a little bit longer to respond, or get an order out to you, it's probably because we’re working hard on the many different roles it takes to keep Buddy going! We can’t express enough how much we appreciate your patience and understanding while we make sure every person is taken care of, and we can’t wait to share all the new artworks and programming with you!&nbsp;&nbsp;

Buddy at the Chicago Cultural Center

Gallery Seven, established in 2007, is a fine art gallery located in the Historic Gaylord Building in Downtown Lockport.&nbsp;The gallery features work from&nbsp; members along with local, national and international artists. Works on display include Photography, Paintings, Sculpture, Pottery, Printmaking, Wood Work, Glass Work and Jewelry.

Gallery Seven

Hyde Park Art Center will be&nbsp;CLOSED from December 23 to January 5 Hyde Park Art Center is a hub for contemporary arts in Chicago, serving as a gathering and production space for artists and the broader community to cultivate ideas, impact social change, and connect with new networks. The Art Center functions as an amplifier for today and tomorrow’s creative voices, providing the space to cultivate and create new work and connections.&nbsp; We offer a comprehensive set of programs that serve the creative and resource needs of artists and our communities. Through our exhibitions, artist talks, studio art classes, international and local residency program, free public events, satellite class sites, and professional development opportunities we work to provide the space for artists at every age and stage to cultivate their practice, build connections, and impact our world. Our mission is to stimulate and sustain the visual arts in Chicago. All exhibitions and events are free and open to the public. Visit our <a rel="noopener noreferrer" href="http://www.hydeparkart.org" target="_blank">website</a> for updated hours and info. Image: Installation view of the exhibition Artists Run Chicago 2.0, held at the Hyde Park Art Center. Photography by Marc Monaghan

Hyde Park Art Center (HPAC)

DOCUMENT Chicago will be closed on winter break from December 22, 2024 through January 1, 2025. Save the date for our next exhibition opening:&nbsp;Friday, January 10 from 5-8pm.﻿ DOCUMENT is a contemporary art gallery located in Chicago and Lisbon with a focus on image-based practices, sculpture, and installation art. Since its inception in Chicago in 2012, the gallery has organized over 100 exhibitions. In 2017, DOCUMENT relocated to West Town and has since anchored its program as a conversation between emerging voices and established figures. The gallery has developed a reputation for championing artists and exhibiting challenging works across disciplines. In 2022, the gallery opened a second location in Lisbon, Portugal. Operating conjointly as a professional printmaking studio, DOCUMENT facilitates the production of works by artists from the region and beyond, making a wide range of printing techniques available for gallery artists to realize their works. Image:&nbsp;Paul Mpagi Sepuya: Infinite Like Night, installation view at DOCUMENT Chicago, 2024

DOCUMENT

SAIC Galleries

There’s new art to explore during every visit to the Racine Art Museum (RAM) in downtown Racine, Wisconsin. Home to America’s largest contemporary craft collection, RAM organizes thought-provoking exhibitions that primarily feature its holdings of over 11,000 pieces. Over half represent contemporary works of art jewelry, ceramic, fiber, glass, metal, polymer, and wood. The museum plays a vital role in arts education through RAM’s Charles A. Wustum Museum of Fine Arts (Wustum), located just two miles from RAM. Wustum offers community outreach programs, studio art classes and workshops for students of all ages and abilities, and renowned local and regional art exhibitions like Watercolor Wisconsin and Wisconsin Photography.Please visit the website for information about current onsite and virtual programming.Racine Art Museum, photography by Christopher Barrett © Hedrich Blessing

Racine Art Museum

Heritage Auctions is the largest fine art and collectibles auction house founded in the U.S. and the world’s largest collectibles auctioneer. Heritage sells incredible items in more than 50 collecting categories, from fine art and design objects to coins, comics, and sports memorabilia.Serving the entire Midwest, the specialists at Heritage Auctions in Chicago provide guidance on buying, selling, and managing collections, as well as complimentary auction estimates. &nbsp; &nbsp;Heritage Auctions has locations worldwide, including New York, Beverly Hills, Chicago, Dallas, Palm Beach, London, Paris, Geneva, Amsterdam, and Hong Kong. In addition, <a href="https://www.ha.com">www.HA.com</a>, the most popular auction house website, has 1.25 million registered bidder-members and searchable, free archives of five million past auction records with prices realized, descriptions, and photos.&nbsp;Complimentary Auction EstimatesFind out what your items are worth by scheduling an in-person or virtual consultation.&nbsp;

Heritage Auctions

The River North Design District (RNDD) is made up of some of the best showrooms in Chicago which boast interior design offerings accessible to both designers &amp; consumers.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

River North Design District (RNDD)

Cornelia Arts Building

The gallery will be closed from December 21, 2024 through&nbsp;January 6, 2025. We will reopen on Tuesday, January 7th. Rhona Hoffman Gallery, founded originally as Young Hoffman Gallery in 1976,&nbsp;specializesin international contemporary art in all media, and art that is conceptually, formally, or socio-politically based. From its inception, the gallery has launched emerging artists’ careers. In the seventies, Young Hoffman Gallery was one of the first galleries to offer exhibitions to women artists including Cindy Sherman, Barbara Kruger, Jenny Holzer,&nbsp;and Sylvia Plimack Mangold. Since 1983, when Rhona Hoffman and Donald Young announced the establishment of separate galleries, Rhona Hoffman Gallery has continued to show young and emerging artists alongside established ones. Among the artists the gallery has exhibited and/or continues to exhibit are Vito Acconci, Derrick Adams, Spencer Finch, Leon Golub,&nbsp;Robert Heinecken, Jenny Holzer, Barbara Kruger, Sol LeWitt, Gordon Matta-Clark,&nbsp;Robert Ryman, Fred Sandback, Lorna Simpson, Nancy Spero, Richard Tuttle,&nbsp;Carrie Mae Weems, Kehinde Wiley, and Amanda Williams. Rhona Hoffman Gallery is very active in the Chicago arts community and maintains&nbsp;strong relationships with museums, helping to place important works in their collections and within their programs. Additionally, the gallery gives exposure to artists currently&nbsp;living in Chicago such as, Julia Fish, Judy Ledgerwood, Michael Rakowitz, Richard Rezac, David Schutter, Amanda Williams, and Anne Wilson. Image: View of&nbsp;Rhona Hoffman Gallery

Rhona Hoffman Gallery

Millennium Park

The DuSable Museum of African American History located in the historic Hyde Park area of Chicago (57th Street and South Cottage Grove Avenue) in Washington Park unites art, history and culture.Founded in 1961 by teacher and art historian Dr. Margaret Burroughs and other leading Chicago citizens, the DuSable Museum is one of the few independent institutions of its kind in the United States. The Museum was developed to preserve and interpret experiences and achievements of people of African descent. The Museum is dedicated to the collection, documentation, preservation, and study of the history and culture of Africans and African Americans. The DuSable Museum is proud of its diverse holdings that number more than 15,000 pieces and include paintings, sculpture, print works, and historical&nbsp;memorabilia. Special exhibitions, workshops, and lectures are featured to highlight works by particular artists, historical events, or collections on loan from individuals or institutions.&nbsp;Please see website for a list of hours.Free Sundays Admission is FREE to all on each Sunday of the year.

The DuSable Museum of African American History

The Brent and Jean Wadsworth Family Gallery fosters opportunities for patrons to experience original works of visual art created by local, regional, national, and international artists, including members of the Lewis University community.&nbsp;Exhibitions and other programming will promote aesthetic understanding consistent with the mission of Lewis University. We welcome collaborative and interdisciplinary programming that will encourage patronage, and which will enhance our reputation. The primary mission of the gallery is to educate but will also provide additional initiatives in alignment with other well-respected university art galleries.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Wadsworth Family Gallery at Lewis University

Toomey &amp; Co. Auctioneers is a premier specialty auction house and has been conducting auctions of 20th century art and design since 1987.&nbsp;Steeped in the midwestern origins of Prairie School architecture, Toomey &amp; Co. is a leading purveyor of fine art and design. From the Arts &amp; Crafts movement and early art pottery to modern and contemporary art, our dedicated team brings a wealth of experience and attention to every work we handle. Whether a single work or a single-owner sale, we take pride in our focused approach and our dedication to crafting a quality experience for each of our clients and customers.In the fall of 2022, Toomey &amp; Co. relocated from historic Oak Park to the city of Chicago, sharing office and gallery space with Wright. This move consolidates our consignment, production, and creative efforts, allowing us to serve our clients more effectively from a centrally located, downtown site.<figure class="image"><img src="https://s3.amazonaws.com/chigal/rich/rich_files/rich_files/2543/original/toomey-strapline-green.jpg" alt=""></figure>

Toomey & Co. Auctioneers

Thank you for visiting MoCP this year! Wishing you all a very happy holiday season. *We will be closed December 21, 2024 - January 22, 2025 for winter break and exhibition install. ﻿The Museum of Contemporary Photography (MoCP) is the world’s premier college art museum dedicated to photography, with a permanent collection of over 16,000 works.&nbsp;As an international hub, the MoCP generates ideas and provokes dialogue among students, artists, and diverse communities through groundbreaking exhibitions and programming.Founded by Columbia College Chicago in 1976 as an intimate and comprehensive visual study center for students, educators, and general audiences alike, the MoCP presents public programs and exhibitions that foster a greater understanding of the artistic, cultural, and political implications of the image in our world today.Now in its 47th year, the MoCP continues to offer a stimulating and innovative forum for the collection, creation, and examination of contemporary images from diverse aesthetic traditions and technologies.Visit <a rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.chicagogallerynews.com/organizations/mocp.org" target="_blank">mocp.org</a> to stay up-to-date on our programs.Photo by Philip Dembinski&nbsp;

Museum of Contemporary Photography (MoCP)

The tour visits at least three galleries within walking distance within the River North Gallery DistrictPleas text or phone <a href="tel:312.664.3406">312.664.3406</a> to ask about dates and times in 2024&nbsp;

Second Saturday Gallery Tours

David Salkin Creative is a collaborative textile and surface-design studio that hosts a diverse exhibition program, located at the 1709 Gallery Building in West Town, Chicago. Recent educational exhibits of historic figures include Fluxus founder Dick Higgins, queer underground filmmaker Jack Smith, and Architect/Engineer Myron Goldsmith. Solo Exhibits of contemporary artists include Dominic Palarchio, Katie Rauth, Aron Gent, fields harrington, Austen Brown, Paul Levack and Rami George.Image: Dominic Palarchio "You had done nothing wrong", 2022. Image Credit: Aron Gent

David Salkin Creative

Museum of Science and Industry

Conceived with the vision to return Epiphany to a place for people to once again congregate, the shuttered historic Church of the Epiphany has been preserved and adapted into an iconic cultural hub ‘For the Good of Art, Entertainment and Events. Thoughtfully designed, the exemplary 42,000 square foot campus boasts three distinct venues and a stunning array of amenities, including eight art galleries, a commercial and catering kitchen, cafe and bar, VIP suite and a collection of artistically appointed outdoor spaces: a charming quarter-acre courtyard, spacious terrace and stunning patio with lounge seating. Epiphany’s diverse and inclusive arts programming serves to unite artists, while bringing the community together at Chicago’s newest cultural destination for art, music, and entertainment. For more information about art exhibitions and events, contact <a rel="noopener noreferrer" href="mailto:art@epiphanychi.com" target="_blank">art@epiphanychi.com</a> Photo: Tom McDonald

Epiphany Center for the Arts

At Art Encounter, we believe that there are many ways to see, and that art can be a powerful vehicle to better understand ourselves and the world around us. Our mission is to educate, empower, and connect people of all ages and backgrounds through interactive encounters with visual art.We offer a broad menu of programs that includes:- <a href="https://www.artencounter.org/about-public-and-member-programs">tours and programs for the general public</a>&nbsp;in galleries, artist studios, and private collections- <a href="https://www.artencounter.org/art-travel">one-of-a-kind art travel</a> to domestic and international destinations- <a href="https://www.artencounter.org/community-outreach">educational outreach programs</a> for youth, adults, and seniors- a professional <a href="https://www.artencounter.org/about-murals">mural program</a>The cohesive thread between all our programs is the art encounter: an engaging, inclusive approach to learning rooted in the power of bringing people together through art.&nbsp;Art Encounter is a non-profit visual art organization dedicated to educating, empowering, and connecting people of all ages and backgrounds through interactive encounters with visual art. Founded by three artists in 1978, we have been taking people to art and bringing art to people for over 40 years. All of our programs are built around our unique discussion method, which uses inclusive and engaging conversation to encourage the development of a community among participants and emphasize each individual’s unique perspective.&nbsp;&nbsp;We have three areas of programming:• PUBLIC AND MEMBER PROGRAMSInteractive art tours and exclusive visits to local artists’ studios, galleries, private collections, and special exhibitions in the Chicago area, plus domestic and international art travel. Programs are open to the public, and members of Art Encounter receive discounts and special access, as well as other benefits throughout the year.&nbsp;• OUTREACH PROGRAMSHands-on educational programs and creative art workshops for public school students, residents of assisted living facilities, and adults with disabilities throughout the Chicago area with fewer resources or access to arts engagement.&nbsp;• EVANSTON MURAL ARTS PROGRAMOur local public art initiative, bringing world-class murals to the Evanston area and beyond.&nbsp;We welcome you to learn more about our upcoming programs for the public and more at <a href="https://www.artencounter.org">artencounter.org</a>&nbsp;Image: Art Encounter members visiting the studio of artist Linc Thelen

Art Encounter

Founded in 2000, Richard Norton Gallery offers a diverse selection of notable American and European Impressionist and Modern paintings, drawings and sculpture from the 19th and early 20th Centuries. The gallery provides a wide range of services, including consultation, appraisal, consignment and purchase of artwork.Artists include: Gertrude Abercrombie, Egon Adler, George Aldrich, Macena Barton, William Carter, Claude Bentley, Egon Adler, Karl Buehr, Francis Chapin, Georges Maurice Cloud, Alexander Corazzo, William Dalziel, Eugene Dana, (William) Davenport Griffen, Manierre Dawson, Werner Drewes, Hananiah Harari, Harold Haydon, Margo Hoff, Carl Holty, Richard Hunt, George Josimovich, John A. Knudsen, Richard Koppe, Albert Krehbiel, Kenn Kwint, Jan Matulka, Edgar Miller, Laszlo Moholy-Nagy, Rudolph Pen, Frank Peyraud, Rolph Scarlett, William S. Schwartz, Gerrit Sinclair, John Storrs, Morris Topchevsky, R. LeRoy Turner, Clayton Whitehill, among others.Annual participant in EXPO CHICAGOCaption:&nbsp;George H. Cohen (Am. 1913-1980), Symbiosis, Casein on board, 18” x 18”&nbsp; (Framed: 24” x 24”), Signed George Cohen, lower right; Signed and titled on reverse

Richard Norton Gallery

Sculpture Milwaukee produces an annual exhibition of contemporary sculpture, sited throughout Milwaukee’s downtown and the neighborhoods adjacent. Each year, established artist-curators are invited to serve as guest curators of the exhibition with Ugo Rondinone holding the post in 2022–2023.The exhibition can be viewed year-round at no cost, with works sited publicly in accessible locations. Programming that includes artist conversations, curatorial tours, and lectures by visiting curators is held throughout the year both in-person and virtually.Information regarding the works currently on view, including sculpture locations, and upcoming programming can be found on the Sculpture Milwaukee website.Support Sculpture Milwaukee by becoming a member. Members enjoy benefits that include access to additional lectures and events.Image: Maren Hassinger, Pyramid (Monument), 2022. Photo: Brian Pfister/Sculpture Milwaukee

Sculpture Milwaukee

Var Gallery is a contemporary art gallery located in the Walker’s Point neighborhood of Milwaukee, Wisconsin with two locations on 2nd and 5th Street. Our galleries are known for ambitious exhibitions, engaging events, and a social atmosphere to enjoy artworks and cocktails with friends. <a href="https://www.varstudios.com/">Var Studios</a> houses 74 Milwaukee based artists at both locations. In addition to our regular programming, Var Gallery’s 5th Street location promotes affordable artworks through our <a href="https://www.vargallery.com/smallworks">Small Works Gallery</a>, and hosts<a href="https://www.fuzzpopworkshop.com/">Deep Lake Future</a> and&nbsp;<a href="https://www.hawthorncontemporary.com/">Hawthorn Contemporary</a>. Var Gallery's 2nd Street location hosts <a href="https://www.tohellandback.xyz/">To Hell &amp; Back Vintage Retail</a> on the lower level. The gallery was founded by Josh Hintz in 2013, and today thrives as a center point for Milwaukee’s visual arts community.

Var Gallery & Studios

Since opening in 2004, Corbett vs. Dempsey has presented a range of international artists as well as artists connected with the historical and contemporary legacy of Chicago. The gallery’s mission has included extensive exploration of widely known artists, including Ellen Berkenblit, Brian Calvin, Arturo Herrera, Charline von Heyl, Dick Higgins, Rebecca Morris, Albert Oehlen, Joyce Pensato, Arlene Shechet, and Christopher Wool, supporting emerging and mid-career figures including Christina Forrer, Gabrielle Garland, Magalie Guérin, David Hartt, Celeste Rapone, Rebecca Shore, Lui Shtini, Cauleen Smith, John Sparagana, Omar Velázquez, and Molly Zuckerman-Hartung, and championing artists of critical significance to post-war Chicago including Margot Bergman, Dominick Di Meo, Edward Flood, Philip Hanson, Thomas H. Kapsalis, Robert Lostutter, Christina Ramberg, Diane Simpson, Karl Wirsum, and Jimmy Wright.&nbsp;Creative music has always been a feature of the gallery’s activities; in addition to having its own record label, CvsD is proud to represent Peter Brötzmann and the estate of Sun Ra.Member Art Dealers Association of America (ADAA).&nbsp;Image: Installation view of Christopher Wool, February 8–March 30, 2019. Photo: Robert Chase Heishman.&nbsp;

Corbett vs. Dempsey

OS Projects is a contemporary art gallery in downtown Racine featuring visual artists in solo and small group exhibits. The gallery’s primary focus is on artists living and working in the Chicago-Kenosha-Racine-Milwaukee urban corridor.While the range of media the gallery presents is broad—encompassing painting, drawing, printmaking, sculpture, photography and installation—the exhibited artists are unified in their engagement with topical issues, experimentation with materials and processes, and adherence to craft.OS Projects has 4 exhibits per year. Openings take place on the second Saturday of February, May, August and November.Artists who will be exhibiting their work at OS Projects in 2024 include: Christine Forni, Jennifer Mannebach, Toby Zallman, Sarah Leuchtner and Monika Wulfers.&nbsp;Image: Installation view of Rebellious Fibers, Yvette Kaiser Smith and Bobbi Meier, 2022

OS Projects

Pistachios is a contemporary art jewelry and objects gallery in downtown Chicago curating the most talented and cutting edge artists from around the world. For over 25 years, we’ve made it our promise to bring you the best in innovative design and quality craftsmanship. What sets art jewelry apart is the studio practice and creative expression behind each piece. With no sacrifice to style, the attention given to each piece we’ve curated remains timeless and design forward. We bring you an art experience that’s inviting, accessible and friendly.&nbsp;Visit our website for our full artist list and exhibition calendar.Photo credit: Pistachios&nbsp;&nbsp;

Pistachios Contemporary Art Jewelry and Objects

Dragonfly Gallery, established in March 2020 and located in East Garfield Park, is committed to fostering inspiration and providing essential resources and opportunities for artists and the community. We host monthly exhibitions featuring a diverse array of artists, from new and emerging to established, focusing on BIPOC artists. In addition, our gallery includes a curated retail space that showcases local artisans, jewelry makers, and vendors. Dragonfly Gallery offers workshops, seminars, and classes for artists and families to engage the community further.&nbsp; All exhibitions are available for online viewing and purchase, ensuring accessibility for all.&nbsp; Opening receptions are on the first Saturday of each exhibition. Subsequent viewings available online and by appointment only.&nbsp;&nbsp;Image: View of gallery, courtesy Dragonfly Gallery&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Dragonfly Gallery & Creative Spaces

VERNISSAGE12 APRIL 6–10pmATCOLOR CLUB *4146 N. ELSTON AVE.CHICAGO, ILADDITIONAL VISITING HOURS13 APR, 11 am – 7 pm 14 APR, 11 am – 6 pm16 – 19 APR, 1 – 6 pm 20 – 21 APR, 11 – 6 pmOR BY <a href="mailto:contact.juliuscaesar@gmail.com?subject=I%20would%20like%20to%20see%20BARELY%20FAIR!">APPOINTMENT</a>BARELY FAIR is host to MINOR MATTERS, a small symposium on the economies of scale, on Saturday, 20 APR from 2-5PM. For more information on last year's symposium, visit the MINOR MATTERS page <a href="https://www.barelyfair.com/minormatters-1">here</a>*COLOR CLUB's 100-year-old home is not yet wheelchair accessible, but they are working on it. For more information on the venue, visit them <a href="https://colorclub.events/">here</a>.BARELY FAIR IS AN ARTIST-RUN ART FAIR OPERATED BY JULIUS CAESAR GALLERY IN CHICAGO&nbsp;

Barely Fair

moniquemeloche was founded in October 2000, with its debut exhibition Homewrecker at Meloche’s home, and officially opened to the public in May 2001.&nbsp;Diverse and inclusive since its inception, the gallery promotes politically minded contemporary art, aiming to be a bellwether for artistic talents early or under-recognized in their careers. Working with an international group of emerging and established artists in all media, the gallery presents conceptually challenging installations in Chicago and at art fairs internationally, with an emphasis on curatorial and institutional outreach.Represented artists include: Luke Agada, Candida Alvarez, Sanford Biggers, Antonius-Tín Bui, David Antonio Cruz, Brendan Fernandes, Dan Gunn, Sheree Hovsepian, Rashid Johnson, Kajahl, Lavar Munroe, Ben Murray, Maia Cruz Palileo, Ebony G. Patterson, Cheryl Pope, Karen Reimer, Joel Ross, David Shrobe, Arvie Smith, Jake Troyli, Nate Young.&nbsp;Opening receptions take place on the frst night of the exhibition. Closed the week prior to each new exhibition.Image: Courtesy of the Artist and Monique Meloche Gallery&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/xH1TOwBoDrdTIA8klE8xwhd4Ouk1CFdognfHCBOciKXfpfu0Tydi98h0UCOfZyRSLINmJn6IeqnvqAjPd9tl1FMCA9DbCarnvFbWj-GDn5K87HfZLsckXJ5T5-nf_JPX39LBAWIH"></figure>&nbsp;

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Chicago Grand Gallery

We wish you a peaceful and restorative holiday season. The gallery will be on Winter Break through January 24th and will reopen on Saturday, January 25th with two new exhibitions. Goldfinch is a commercial gallery that provides compelling physical, conceptual, and discursive frameworks for artists and contemporary visual practices.&nbsp; Artists Represented: Carris Adams; Iris Bernblum; Meghan Borah; Mari Eastman; Andreas Fischer; Azadeh Gholizadeh; Minami Kobayashi; Damon Locks; Jessie Mott; Sherwin Ovid; Scott Wolniak.&nbsp;&nbsp;Image: Installation view of Meghan Borah’s solo exhibition, Ladylike, in 2024. Photo: Ryan Edmund &nbsp;&nbsp;

Goldfinch

The McCormick Gallery features both modern and contemporary art, focusing primarily on painting, works on paper and sculpture. We represent the estates of numerous mid-century American painters with an emphasis on Abstract Expressionism. The gallery also shows both established and emerging contemporary artists. Please call the gallery for exhibition information.&nbsp;Image: Maurice Golubov, Flight #3, oil on canvas, 1978&nbsp;

McCormick Gallery

Specializing in Sculpture, Studio Glass, and Neon.&nbsp; Offering appraisals, art brokerage, storage, transportation and curatorial services.&nbsp; Since 1995 Ken Saunders Gallery has exhibited the most innovative artists working with glass in the world. In 2020 the gallery relocated to the West Town Gallery District and now occupies a dramatic space in the Make City complex. Image: Installation view

Ken Saunders Gallery

In 1976 Zolla/Lieberman Gallery moved to a converted loft space in a then desolate industrial neighborhood and founded the area that is now known as the River North Gallery District. Today, at their current location at 325 W Huron St, William Lieberman and Director Brian Gillham continue to maintain the aesthetic quality of contemporary artwork that the history of the gallery had established since its inception. By embracing a wide range of genres ZLG is able to offer a variety of artwork from it’s diverse roster of established artists. Zolla/Lieberman Gallery is dedicated to providing personal attention to both the beginning and established collector as well as other art professionals.&nbsp;Member Art Dealers Association of America (ADAA).&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Image: Deborah Butterfield, Lucky, 2021, cast bronze, 87 x 110.5 x 24.5 in.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Zolla / Lieberman Gallery

Located in Chicago’s River North Arts District, the gallery specializes in modern and contemporary paintings, works on paper, sculpture, and mixed media work with a special focus on photography. Hilton Contemporary showcases internationally recognized artists from the United States, Northern Europe, the Mediterranean Region, and the Middle East.Representing: David Yarrow, Paul Nicklen, Christina Mittermeier, Christian Voight, Blake Ward, Terry O’Neill, Jack Perno, Hugh Collier, Sophia Collier.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.chicagogallerynews.com/organizations/hilton-asmus-contemporary-bridgeport">Also in Bridgeport 3622 S. Morgan Chicago, IL 60609</a>&nbsp;Image: David Yarrow, Don't Worry Darling&nbsp;

Hilton Contemporary

LSB Archival, LLC is a consulting agency whose primary goal is to set you up for success. Managing a collection or an archive is a daunting task when you don't have the resources. This is where LSB Archival steps in to help! We fill the gap, providing custom archival and collection management consulting services for individuals, institutions, and businesses from a qualified, professional archivist.&nbsp;&nbsp;

LSB Archival, LLC

The gallery specializes in modern and contemporary paintings, works on paper, sculpture, and mixed media work with a special focus on photography. Hilton Contemporary showcases internationally recognized artists from the United States, Northern Europe, the Mediterranean Region, and the Middle East.Representing: David Yarrow, Paul Nicklen, Christina Mittermeier, Christian Voight, Blake Ward, Terry O’Neill, Jack Perno, Hugh Collier, Sophia Collier.<a href="https://www.chicagogallerynews.com/organizations/hilton-asmus-contemporary">River North Location</a>Image: David Yarrow, The New Testament

Hilton Contemporary - Bridgeport

Our gallery exhibits and sells work in a wide range of media with a focus on painting, mixed media, photography and sculpture. We represent over 100 diverse artists, both established and emerging from across the US and around the world.&nbsp;Gallery 1871 mounts six themed exhibitions each year and is open to the public five days a week.Opening receptions are generally held on the first night of an exhibition from 5–7pm.Image: Installation view of Spring show 2023

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The Cleve Carney Museum of Art’s goal is to encourage the growth and understanding of contemporary and modern art through exhibitions and educational programming that cultivates a variety of perspectives.The museum is named in honor of one of Glen Ellyn’s most revered philanthropists, the late Cleve Carney, a contemporary art collector and supporter of the arts.Located on the campus of the College of DuPage the CCMA is an intimate museum space that provides year round programming to the public.&nbsp;Image: Photo by Margo Hawk

The Cleve Carney Museum of Art  (CCMA)

Founded by Dr. Sandra Hindman 30 years ago and with galleries in Chicago, Paris, and New York, Les Enluminures is a premier dealer in manuscripts, miniatures, and historic rings and jewelry from the Middle Ages and the Renaissance. Les Enluminures has forged long-standing relationships with major museums and prestigious private collections throughout the world. The gallery exhibits at major art fairs. Sandra Hindman is responsible for numerous publications on medieval manuscript illumination and historic jewelry; her scholarship over many decades has established a model for study in this field, and descriptions of works available in the gallery meet the same level of professionalism. Located in major cities in the United States and abroad, her large team is composed of noted specialists. &nbsp;Les Enluminures’ two websites offer access to different gallery initiatives. A series of podcasts transform the past into the present. A YouTube channel hosts a wide range of videos. View nearly every work offered by Les Enluminures either in person at one of our locations or in our accessible videos. Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter: @LesEnluminures&nbsp;We welcome all inquiries from serious collectors, museums, and libraries, as well as from anyone who delights in experiencing and knowing about the European Middle Ages, at any level.Image by R. Hanel Photography

Les Enluminures

Vivid Art Gallery showcases fine art in the Hubbard Woods Design District of Winnetka. We feature primarily paintings, works on paper, photography and ceramics from emerging and established artists. Our focus is on local and Midwest artists. Vivid presents a new exhibit each month, with First Friday openings.&nbsp;We provide a warm, welcoming, non-intimidating atmosphere where both new and experienced collectors can feel comfortable asking questions, pricing is transparent, and browsing is encouraged.&nbsp;Vivid is a full-service gallery, offering art consultation as well as delivery, framing and installation.&nbsp;First Friday openings 5-7pm. (Second Friday in July)&nbsp;&nbsp;Image by Mikey Mosher

Vivid Art Gallery

Founded in Chicago in 1963, Gray is located in both Chicago and New York and works with prominent private and institutional clients worldwide as a leading dealer of Modern, Post-War and Contemporary American and European art. Gray is a globally recognized team of art professionals focused on fostering deep and insightful relationships with artists and collectors. With a reputation for excellence and integrity, Gray provides high level service and market expertise to new and long-standing collections, advising on the acquisition and evaluation of museum-quality works. The gallery represents and exhibits emerging and well-established artists of international recognition, and crafts thoughtful programming for a public audience. View our Michigan Ave. location <a rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.chicagogallerynews.com/organizations/richard-gray-gallery--2" target="_blank">here</a> Member of Art Dealers Association of America (ADAA) Image: Installation view, Torkwase Dyson: Of Line and Memory, 2024, GRAY Chicago © Torkwase Dyson

GRAY

The Renaissance Society at the University of Chicago presents contemporary art exhibitions, events, and publications. “The Ren”—as we are known by many—is an independent, non-collecting museum driven by an uncompromising commitment to artists and their ideas.For artists, we offer an unfettered platform for bold experimentation. Our work with artists frequently results in newly commissioned art, and these presentations in our gallery at the University of Chicago spur further scholarly and creative reflections in our publications and public programs.&nbsp; Events—including artist talks, lectures, screenings, concerts, readings, and more—offer further opportunities for discovery and discussion.&nbsp;All exhibitions and events are free to attend.Join The Ren's mailing list <a href="https://renaissancesociety.org/about/ ">here.</a>&nbsp;The Renaissance Society is a registered 501(c)(3). We are a member of Mod/Co, Common Field, and UChicago Arts, and we are an independent affiliate of the University of Chicago.Image: Dala Nasser, Adonis River, installation view, 2023. Photo by Bob.&nbsp;

The Renaissance Society

Woman Made Gallery is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. Its mission is to cultivate, promote and support the work of women and non-binary artists through exhibitions, membership, and community dialogue programs. WMG is a space for women and non-binary artists, including trans women and femme/ feminine-identifying genderqueer. We welcome artists from our local community, regionally based, and from around the world.Since its inception in 1992 WMG has shown the artistic work of over 9,500 women and non-binary artists in 450+ exhibitions. WMG hosts up to nine exhibitions (majority open call, juried group exhibitions) per year and boasts a membership base of over 350 artists annually. To date WMG has provided professional development workshops and connected members to over 15,000 supporters via networking events and online promotion. The organization hosts conversations on the issues that matter most to women and that makes sense of the world through a feminist lens. Artist talks, panel discussions, poetry readings, among other public programs inspire community dialogue.Image: Two-Women Show 2023. Installations by Indrani Nayar-Gall. Paintings by Madelyn Turner

Woman Made Gallery

What’s inside the Block? It depends on how you look.Northwestern University’s Block Museum of Art is a dynamic, imaginative, and innovative teaching, learning and research resource for the school and its communities, featuring a global exhibition program that crosses time periods and cultures and serves as a springboard for thought-provoking discussions.The Block mounts exhibitions; commissions new work; organizes lectures, symposia, and workshops; and screens classic and contemporary films at its in-house cinema.With over 6,000 artworks, the permanent collection of The Block Museum boasts rich and diverse holdings of prints, drawings, and photography and continues to expand its holdings of works that support the museum’s global and interdisciplinary mission.Always free and open to all.&nbsp;Image: Block Museum Student Associates tour The Heart’s Knowledge: Science and Empathy in the Art of Dario Robleto, 2023&nbsp;January 26–July 7, 2024: Actions for the Earth: Art, Care &amp; EcologySeptember 24–December 8, 2024: Federico Solmi: The Great Farce

Block Museum of Art

Established in 2010, Volume Gallery focuses on material-driven practices across disciplines with a concentration on contemporary and historical American art and design. There is a commitment to finding meaning in materiality and a dedication to advancing innovative makers of the present and recent past. In addition to its exhibitions program, Volume Gallery releases editions, publications, and engages in site-specific commissions that showcase the work of American artists and designers to regional, national, and international audiences.Image: Stephen Burks, Spirit Houses, installation view, Volume Gallery, 2023

Volume Gallery

The Italian Cultural Institute of Chicago is the cultural office of the Consulate General of Italy in Chicago. Founded in 1985, the Institute is one of five cultural agencies of the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation in the United States. It is located in the heart of Chicago along the Magnificent Mile. The Institute serves as a convenient source for information about Italian life and culture that showcases Italy’s classic and contemporary heritage with particular reference to art, music, cinema, design, architecture, literature, fashion, theatre, cuisine, science, and technology. The Institute is also home to a school of Italian language and culture, as well as a venue for art exhibitions and film screenings. The Institute works alongside the Consulate General of Italy in Chicago to forge relationships with local universities and research institutions.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Istituto Italiano di Cultura

Who Modern focuses on rare and unusual decorative objects, furniture, and art from the mid-20th century to today. “Who” points to our interest in the individual. We find the stories behind the pieces we curate, from the artists, and designers who create them.Spring 2024: Visit Us - Design At 329We've opened a new location! Visit us the second weekend of every month. Studio 503 - Fifth floor. 329 West 18th StreetChicago, Illinois 60616&nbsp;

WHO Modern

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Completed in 1897 as Chicago’s first central library, the building was established as the Chicago Cultural Center, the nation's first and most comprehensive free municipal cultural venue, in 1991. One of the most visited attractions in Chicago, the stunning landmark building is home to two magnificent stained-glass domes, as well as free visual art exhibitions, performances, tours, lectures, family activities, music, and more – presented by the City of Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE) and many others. Learn about the latest events and news at <a href="file:///C:/Users/450122/AppData/Local/Microsoft/Windows/INetCache/Content.Outlook/IYWSW3MF/ChicagoCulturalCenter.org">ChicagoCulturalCenter.org</a> and by following the Chicago Cultural Center on <a href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__http:/twitter.com/ChiCulturCenter__;!!B24N9PvjPQId!dhNnaJkYVPEfTFG_LmvvSEI12CDYZSISzJOrq6hm4SmjJDEtW1g9mFqODvdAw7L4ONVX9KkIs9Dpvl1RDfCMD8U$">Twitter</a>, <a href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__http:/www.facebook.com/ChicagoCulturalCenter__;!!B24N9PvjPQId!dhNnaJkYVPEfTFG_LmvvSEI12CDYZSISzJOrq6hm4SmjJDEtW1g9mFqODvdAw7L4ONVX9KkIs9Dpvl1RreqCg1A$">Facebook</a>, and <a href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/www.instagram.com/chicagoculturalcenter/__;!!B24N9PvjPQId!dhNnaJkYVPEfTFG_LmvvSEI12CDYZSISzJOrq6hm4SmjJDEtW1g9mFqODvdAw7L4ONVX9KkIs9Dpvl1RI55J9FM$">Instagram</a>.Image: rendering of Kerry James Marshall mural on the back of the Chicago Cultural Center on Garland Court, fall 2017

Chicago Cultural Center

The RAM Permanent Collection focuses on modern and contemporary art, photography, studio glass, African American art from the South, and regional art; exhibits change throughout the year. Rockford Art Museum will be closed for part of 2024–please check our website and social media for the latest details.While closed we’ll continue to offer educational programs including lectures and classes for adults and classes for children.Download our app at <a href="http://app.cuseum.com/rockford-art-museum">app.cuseum.com/rockford-art-museum</a> for archived audio tours, lectures, and more!&nbsp;Visit <a href="https://rockfordartmuseum.org">rockfordartmuseum.org</a> or our social media for upcoming events and 2024 exhibition schedule.The mission of Rockford Art Museum is to foster creativity and build community through visual arts.Image: Installation view: The Rockford Midwestern Biennial, 2022

Rockford Art Museum

ARC Gallery is an internationally recognized exhibition space that has been an integral part of the Chicago art scene since its inception in 1973. Founded during the women’s movement as an alternative to the mainstream gallery system, ARC is one of the longest running art spaces of its kind in the country. As a non-profit, woman artist-run cooperative, ARC continues its feminist tradition by providing exhibition opportunities for professional and emerging artists working in all media based on excellence of artwork, without discrimination toward ethnicity, race, gender, age, class, religious, sexual or political orientation. Image: ARC Gallery, 2022.&nbsp;Image by Nathan Keay

ARC Gallery

Krasl Art Center is a creative and inclusive place to engage with the arts free &amp; open to the public.&nbsp;Explore sculpture outdoors, experience contemporary exhibitions in The Galleries and The Lab, purchase artist-made items, learn in our studios, and attend dynamic programs and events year-round.&nbsp;Visit krasl.org for details on exhibition programming and classes.&nbsp;Family Days &amp; Family Nights:&nbsp;Free drop-in artmaking for all ages. Events take place at Benton Harbor Public Library and at Krasl Art Center. Please see CGN listing or Krasl website for 2024 dates and details.&nbsp;Image: Photo by KAC Staff.&nbsp;

Krasl Art Center

The Christopher Art Gallery at Prairie State College features eight exhibitions a year, six of which are works by major artists primarily from the Midwest; two student exhibitions take place in spring and fall.&nbsp;&nbsp;Image: Hale Ekinci (artist) and Luisa A. Igloria (poet), Amulets

Christopher Art Gallery at Prairie State College

Free and open to the public.Since 1916, The Arts Club of Chicago has been a preeminent exhibitor of international art, a forum for established and emerging artists, and a celebrated venue for performers from around the world. For over 100 years, The Arts Club has opened its membership to artists and patrons of the arts, and its exhibitions to the public.&nbsp;Image: Rathin Barman, artist. Photo: Michael Tropea

The Arts Club of Chicago

Evanston Made

Andersonville Arts Weekend

The Poetry Foundation’s gallery is a space where visitors are invited to experience the connections between poetry and visual arts. The gallery hosts work by contemporary artists, as well as considering and honoring the legacies of those past. Recent artists include Kara Walker, Alex Katz, Diana Solís, Bob Faust, and Jun Fujita.The gallery is FREE and open to the public during the opening hours of the Poetry Foundation.All groups of more than 10 people must register before visiting the Poetry Foundation.Masks are optional but encouraged, and are available at check-in for those who would like to wear one. Please note that some event performers may choose to perform without a mask.&nbsp;Image: Credit: Photo by MELLADRAMATIC, courtesy of the Poetry Foundation

Poetry Foundation

East Erie Gallery

Leslie Wolfe Gallery, Old Town Art Center  

Based in Chicago since 1980, ICON has provided quality fine art services to museums, collectors, galleries, artists and auction houses.&nbsp;ICON provides air-ride, climate-control transportation serving the Chicago, Midwest and Northeast regions; we run a shuttle service twice a month to New York City and points-in-between. Exclusive–use transport to any U.S. destination is also available.The 92,000 square foot concrete Icon storage facility features the most sophisticated mechanical and security systems: climate and humidity control; closed circuit television throughout; state of the art security and fire detection; central station monitoring 24/7; stand alone, single purpose facility with interior loading docks. An on-site 1,400 square foot white gallery space functions as a viewing and photography space.Our full service crating shop can provide packing solutions ranging from a basic travel frame to international exhibition crates. Icon’s experienced art handlers are available for on-site packing and installations.&nbsp;Please contact us or visit our website for additional details.

ICON Art Services, LLC.

Frederik Meijer Gardens &amp; Sculpture Park, one of the world’s most significant botanic and sculpture experiences, was recently named the Top Sculpture Park in the United States by USA Today’s “10Best” and listed as the 81st most visited museum in the world by The Art Newspaper, the leading global art news publication.&nbsp;Education programs welcome 80,000 students and guests each year. Culinary Arts &amp; Events offerings include weddings, corporate meetings and award-winning catering.&nbsp;The 158-acre main campus features Michigan’s largest tropical conservatory; one of the country’s largest interactive children’s gardens; arid and Victorian gardens with bronze sculptures by Edgar Degas and Auguste Rodin; a carnivorous plant house; outdoor gardens, including a replica 1930s-era farm garden; an eight-acre Japanese garden featuring contemporary sculpture; and a 1,900-seat outdoor amphitheater garden, showcasing an eclectic mix of world-renowned touring musicians each summer.&nbsp;The permanent collection highlights hundreds of sculptures from internationally acclaimed artists: Magdalena Abakanowicz, El Anatsui, Louise Bourgeois, Alexander Calder, Mark di Suvero, Marshall Fredericks, Henry Moore, Michele Oka Donor, Beverly Pepper, Jaume Plensa, Auguste Rodin, Richard Serra, Yinka Shonibare CBE and Ai Weiwei, among others. Indoor galleries with changing sculpture exhibitions have hosted shows by Jonathan Borofsky, Edgar Degas, Jim Dine, Richard Hunt, Cristina Iglesias, Rebecca Louise Law, Pablo Picasso, George Segal and others.&nbsp;Frederik Meijer Gardens &amp; Sculpture Park promotes the enjoyment, understanding and appreciation of gardens, sculpture, the natural environment, and the arts.&nbsp;Photo by Michael Moran&nbsp;

Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park

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From the Tate Museum's website: Abstract expressionism is the term applied to new forms of abstract art developed by American painters such as Jackson Pollock, Mark Rothko and Willem de Kooning in the 1940s and 1950s. It is often characterized by gestural brush-strokes or mark-making, and the impression of spontaneity.

Abstract Expressionism

The quality of dealing with ideas rather than events. Freedom from representational qualities in art.

Abstraction

Relating to Africa or people of African descent.

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