ArtFest Michigan Avenue July 21-23. When: July 21- 23, 2017, Friday, Saturday & Sunday 10a-5p Where: Pioneer Court, 401 N Michigan Ave. at the Chicago Tribune Tower Free admission. About 100 juried artists will be featured at this “all art” show. Bright Pink is the charity … [Read more...] about ArtFest Michigan Avenue July 21-23
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Friday Arts Market Daley Plaza
Friday Arts Market Daley Plaza When: Friday, May 19, 2017, June 9, 2017, July 14, 2017, August 4, 2017 • 8a – 6p Where: Daley Plaza 50 W. Washington Friday Arts Market Daley Plaza enjoy original arts in all media located conveniently in Daley Plaza on select Fridays. Booth No./ Last First … [Read more...] about Friday Arts Market Daley Plaza
Take a free art tour in Lincoln Park Chicago
Take a free art tour in Lincoln Park Chicago. Lincoln Park contains 35 pieces of art hiding in plain sight throughout the park from Hollywood south to North Avenue. I wasn't able to find a map labeled with all the art so I've listed the location of each piece. Take a walk through the park and … [Read more...] about Take a free art tour in Lincoln Park Chicago
Free talking statues around Chicago
If you haven't already checked these out they have been extended through August 2017. With the weather so glorious there's still time to check out the "talking" statue exhibit throughout the City: Statue Stories Just approach one of the participating statues, locate the sign and scan in the QR … [Read more...] about Free talking statues around Chicago
Visit museums free this weekend
Visit museums free this weekend. The first full weekend of the month is coming, and that means Bank of America customers can visit museums free through the bank’s Museums On Us program. Just show your Bank of America or Merrill Lynch credit or debit card and a photo ID on Saturday or … [Read more...] about Visit museums free this weekend
Free Saturday gallery tours Chicago River North
Join a group for a complimentary free gallery tour, led by an owner or representative, of four area galleries in River North. When: every Saturday 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Where: Meet at Fabcakes 714 N Wells St. A gallery representative leads a guided tour of four galleries. The gallery roster … [Read more...] about Free Saturday gallery tours Chicago River North
Free tours Second Presbyterian Church
Free tours Second Presbyterian Church. Where: Second Presbyterian Church, 1936 S. Michigan Ave When: Wednesday 1 pm - 3 pm., Sat. 11 am - 3 pm, except holidays and Sunday after church at approximately 12:15 pm. Also every Thursday 4PM-8PM during South Loop Farmer's Market through … [Read more...] about Free tours Second Presbyterian Church
Discount tickets to Randolph Street Market Festival
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Discount tickets to Randolph Street Market Festival. The Randolph Street Market Festival has over 75 vendors on 2.5 floors that offer a unique mix of antique, vintage and modern goods, vinyl records and fancy foods, plus great food and music. It's simple and convenient one-stop shopping for … [Read more...] about Discount tickets to Randolph Street Market Festival
Free Art Tour University of Chicago
Free Art Tour University of Chicago. When: Wednesdays, March 15, April 19, May 17 & June 21, 5:30-6:30pm Where: University of Chicago Campus, Tours begin at Black Sphere, across the street from Cobb Hall, 5811 S. Ellis Ave. and end at the Smart Museum of Art. Tickets: Free and open to the … [Read more...] about Free Art Tour University of Chicago
Free events: Chicago Cultural Center
Free events: Chicago Cultural Center. Sunday, June 18, 2017 • 2–5pm (theater event 4–5pm, seating is limited) Chicago Cultural Center, GAR Hall & Claudia Cassidy Theater, 78 E. Randolph World Refugee Day 2017 In recognition of the cultural traditions brought to the city of Chicago and … [Read more...] about Free events: Chicago Cultural Center
Harold Washington Library Free Exhibit
Harold Washington Library Free Exhibit. The CPL presents Art Representing Film: Chicago Latino Film Festival Poster Exhibit Where: Harold Washington Library Center, 400 S. State Street, Van Buren Corridor on the Ground Floor. When: Exhibit runs through October 29, 2017. The 33rd Chicago … [Read more...] about Harold Washington Library Free Exhibit
2nd Fridays Free Gallery Night in Pilsen
2nd Fridays Free Gallery Night in Pilsen. 30 art galleries in Pilsen open their doors to the public. When: Second Friday of each month, 6:00 - 10:00 pm. FREE Where: Event Information and maps at 2003 S. Halsted. Meet the artists, have some wine and cheese and learn something about art. … [Read more...] about 2nd Fridays Free Gallery Night in Pilsen
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