As the fine arts museum of the University of Chicago, the Smart Museum of Art is a site for rigorous inquiry and exchange that encourages the examination of complex issues through the lens of art objects and artistic practice.
Through strong scholarly and community collaborations and a welcoming approach to its exhibitions, collections, publications, research and teaching, and public programs, the Smart Museum plays a dynamic role in expanding artistic canons, rethinking received histories, introducing new perspectives, and engaging diverse communities-locally, nationally, and internationally.
Visit smartmuseum.uchicago.edu for more.
Admission to the Smart Museum of Art is always free and open to all.
Image: Theaster Gates: Unto Thee, opening reception. Photo by Jason Smith.
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Dive into the vibrant world of color, shape, and scale as you explore the evolution of abstract art, with influences from twentieth-century artists Helen Frankenthaler, Sam Gilliam, and Norman Lewis. Then, make your own abstract works, experimenting with tools, materials, and methods of creating! Because we will be using wet media, be sure to dress for a mess! Drop in and register for free; all families and kids of all ages are welcome.
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