Ongoing Shows
March 19 to September 1, 2008
Mythic Creatures: Dragons, Unicorns & Mermaids @
The Field Museum
Discover the legend and the science behind some of the most spectacular creatures ever invented in Mythic Creatures: Dragons, Unicorns & Mermaids
Field Museum
1400 S. Lake Shore Dr
Chicago, IL
60605-2496
312.922.9410
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October 3rd - 19th, 2008
Chicago Artists' Coalition Art Open Exhibition
Schedule of Programs and Events
All Events will be held at the following locations:
The Merchandise Mart
Eighth Floor, NE Corner
222 Merchandise Mart Plaza
FLATFILEGalleries
217 N Carpenter St
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The 11th Annual Chicago Art Open Preview Party and Benefit
October 3
Special Preview Event: 4-7 pm
Benefit Party: 6-10 pm
The CAC celebrates the 11th Annual Chicago Art Open and the release of its newest publication, Prompt, with a special preview from 4-6 pm at the Merchandise Mart. Be the first to view the exhibition and meet prominent local collectors, artists, and arts supporters.
The Benefit from 6-10 pm will feature live music by local favorite The Thin Man, a live painting performance by artist Cleveland Dean, food, beverage, and original artwork for sale. Tickets are available by calling the CAC at 312-781-0040.
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The Three C’s of Chicago Art: The Curator, Critic, and Collector
A Three-Part Series of Panel Discussions
Part I: The Critic
Hosted by FLATFILEGalleries
October 7, 6-8 pm
Part II: The Curator
At the Merchandise Mart
October 14, 6-8 pm
Part III: The Collector
Hosted by FLATFILEGalleries
October 21, 6-8 pm
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Curator-Led Tour
October 11, 1-3 pm
A special guided tour of the exhibition, offering insights on appreciating and collecting original works of art.
Led by: TBA
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Free Family Day
October 12, 12-3 pm
A fun-filled afternoon of creative workshops led by teaching artists from the CAC and local arts organizations.
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Post Academe: Students and Faculty Discuss Practicing Art after the Degree
October 15, 6-8 pm
Held in conjunction with the first-ever 'Nominated Students' Division in the Chicago Art Open
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A Collector’s Odyssey: A Discussion with Chicago Legend Lew Manilow
October 19, 1 pm
Interviewed by Greg Knight, Deputy Curator for the Visual Arts, Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs, Chicago
March 19 to September 1, 2008
Mythic Creatures: Dragons, Unicorns & Mermaids @
The Field Museum
Discover the legend and the science behind some of the most spectacular creatures ever invented in Mythic Creatures: Dragons, Unicorns & Mermaids
Field Museum
1400 S. Lake Shore Dr
Chicago, IL
60605-2496
312.922.9410
___________________________
October 3rd - 19th, 2008
Chicago Artists' Coalition Art Open Exhibition
Schedule of Programs and Events
All Events will be held at the following locations:
The Merchandise Mart
Eighth Floor, NE Corner
222 Merchandise Mart Plaza
FLATFILEGalleries
217 N Carpenter St
_______________________________________________________________________
The 11th Annual Chicago Art Open Preview Party and Benefit
October 3
Special Preview Event: 4-7 pm
Benefit Party: 6-10 pm
The CAC celebrates the 11th Annual Chicago Art Open and the release of its newest publication, Prompt, with a special preview from 4-6 pm at the Merchandise Mart. Be the first to view the exhibition and meet prominent local collectors, artists, and arts supporters.
The Benefit from 6-10 pm will feature live music by local favorite The Thin Man, a live painting performance by artist Cleveland Dean, food, beverage, and original artwork for sale. Tickets are available by calling the CAC at 312-781-0040.
_______________________________________________________________________
The Three C’s of Chicago Art: The Curator, Critic, and Collector
A Three-Part Series of Panel Discussions
Part I: The Critic
Hosted by FLATFILEGalleries
October 7, 6-8 pm
Part II: The Curator
At the Merchandise Mart
October 14, 6-8 pm
Part III: The Collector
Hosted by FLATFILEGalleries
October 21, 6-8 pm
_______________________________________________________________________
Curator-Led Tour
October 11, 1-3 pm
A special guided tour of the exhibition, offering insights on appreciating and collecting original works of art.
Led by: TBA
_______________________________________________________________________
Free Family Day
October 12, 12-3 pm
A fun-filled afternoon of creative workshops led by teaching artists from the CAC and local arts organizations.
_______________________________________________________________________
Post Academe: Students and Faculty Discuss Practicing Art after the Degree
October 15, 6-8 pm
Held in conjunction with the first-ever 'Nominated Students' Division in the Chicago Art Open
_______________________________________________________________________
A Collector’s Odyssey: A Discussion with Chicago Legend Lew Manilow
October 19, 1 pm
Interviewed by Greg Knight, Deputy Curator for the Visual Arts, Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs, Chicago