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“Here at theNate (Nathan Manilow Sculpture Park) you will find a collection of over 30 monumental, master-work sculptures situated within 100 acres of prairie landscape.


This “museum-in-the-prairie” is open for public viewing 365 days a year, from dawn to dusk, and is free of charge – even parking on the campus of Governors State University is free! 


GovState and theNate are connected to Chicago’s Millennium Park Metra Station by the Metra Electric Line; an 8-minute walk (or shuttle ride) from the University Park Metra Station to GovState’s campus and theNate will begin to reveal the beauty of the prairie and the outdoor sculpture collection.


Sept 12, 2026: The Prairie Party at theNate


Download our FREE Otocast app for a self-guided tour, complete with recordings of artists talking about their work!

 

Image: John Henry, Illinois Landscape, No. 5, 1975. Photo credit: Guy Rhodes

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Guided tour with Director and Curator, Jeff Stevenson – focus on the South Collection featuring visiting artists’ installations that connect us to the Earth through themes found in classic favorites. The event is scheduled for Saturday, October 17, 2026, from 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. The fee for the tour is $10. Participants are advised to meet at the F Entrance for all tours/events, wear shoes suitable for walking on grass paths, and dress in layers to accommodate changing weather conditions. Restrooms are available at the F Entrance, and parking is free with East Lot 3 being the closest. Attendees are encouraged to arrive early with a picnic and enjoy Dan Peterman’s “Running Table” near the meetup point. Other recommended comfort items include a water bottle, bug spray, and sunscreen. Registration can be completed at www.thenate.org or through the provided link: https://engage.govst.edu/register/?id=01d885d3-e8f4-44a9-aca1-d41234729be8.

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Wednesday, June 20 from 9:30 – noon

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Age 5-12 • Fee: $12

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It’s summer. The days are long, and the children are home!

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Get outside, and get creative at our “Children’s Day” inspired experience. Visit seven large-scale sculptures, from Field Rotationto Paul, and then learn the Japanese art of “Koinobori.” These carp streamers or carp banners decorate the landscape of Japan from April through early May, in honor of their national Children’s Day.

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RSVP to Sherri Denault at sdenault@govst.edu by June 13.

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Children must be accompanied by an adult. Pre-registration required by June 13.

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MEET AT THE MAIN GSU ENTRANCE.

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Artists: Terrence Karpowicz and Christine Tarkowski

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The Nathan Manilow Sculpture Park honors two artists represented in the collection, Terrence Karpowicz and Christine Tarkowski, with an exhibition of recent works in the Visual Arts Gallery, as part of the ticketed annual fundraiser "Sculpture, Wine and Dine".

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SATURDAY, APRIL 20, 2019

Earth Day Tour - meet at the D Main Entrance to GSU at 12 p.m. for this FREE tour of theNate (allow an hour to an hour and a half, determined by the group)

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Summer Solstice Sunset Celebration - arrive around 6:30 p.m. \"Ravinia\" style (bring your own picnic snacks and beverages) enjoy ambient tunes with our guest DJ next to the bonfire near the lake, take a walk around the park and watch the sun go down through the geometric angles of \"Phoenix\" which is sited to frame the sunset on the Solstice. FREE family friendly event.

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Artist's reception- E, F Corridor, Fre and Open to the Public

Viewing: 10am

Artists' Talk: 10:15-10:30am

Encaustic workshop: 10:30-3pm (half hour lunch break, bring a lunch)

Workshop in Painting Studio E1528: $45

Register by June 24 at sdenault@govst.edu

 

ImageL Cindy Lesperance

 

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Monday, September 9th, 6-8pm. Remarks at 6:30 and 7:30 to address visiting art classes during an informal session. 

Free and open to the public

Take a short excursion to the campus just south of the city! The beautiful school is home to a spacious gallery and the Nathan Manilow Sculpture Park— 100 acres of land viewed right outside the gallery.

 

Artist Statement: My work begins from the moment I step inside myself and it reflects the moments that live within each of us, the aspects and histories of the cycle of life, of time, and of the journeys we all experience.

The history of the process is important in my art. There are always remnants visible from the path that each piece takes on the way to being resolved. As I work, moments are revealed in the lives of imaginary organic images that live in enigmatic time and space. These spontaneous, intuitive organisms have unique characteristics and journeys all collected from life’s experiences.

The drawings and the textiles invite us to step inside the complicated journey within each of us. They reveal both the devastating parts of life and the overwhelmingly beautiful parts. The marks, stitches, and materials in the work reflect our complex rhythms, incongruities, and relationships. There are bursts of energy — fierce, uncontrolled, uninhibited urgencies — and beautiful swells of serenely floating calm and deep searches. In some work, the process seems unfinished, leaving traces of past journeys and exploration for the future. 

Installation Pods V

The placement of the organic pods in the floor installation suggests a microcosm reflecting a community, and the different ways people react in shared spaces. It actually depicts the importance of all people who share a collective space, no matter how they choose to contribute to the group.The organic nature of the pods reflects the life cycles at the heart of a community. The pods become a visual reminder of what came before us while at the same time suggesting a springboard to the future.

— Judith Roston Freilich


 

Artist Bio: Judith Roston Freilich’s works on paper and textiles were inspired at a young age by a family that encouraged creativity and by the cycle of the seasons and living things. Their home was filled with passion for horticulture, fine fabrics, baking, and cooking. There was always something to learn and explore. These early passions are reflected in her work.

A Chicago native, Roston Freilich has been represented by Chicago galleries for forty-five years with solo shows. She has exhibited at the Art Institute of Chicago and has shown nationally. Her work has been selected for the Rockford Midwestern Biennial at the Rockford Art Museum, the Evanston and Vicinity Biennial at the Evanston Art Center, and the Bradley International Print and Drawing Show. Her work is in multiple permanent collections including the Library of Congress. She is currently a member of Dialogue Chicago’s artists’ discussions and Space 900, a cooperative gallery where she shows frequently.

Roston Freilich has always advocated integrating the arts into everyday life, bringing art into classrooms, and blending visual arts and music. She made music with her husband and four children and brought visual arts to Suzuki festivals. For many years, she organized volunteers for the New Trier Jazz Festival. Roston Freilich has led creativity workshops and taught visual arts at weekend retreats for high school students, helping them integrate their passion for visual arts into their lives.

Roston Freilich earned a BFA and merit-based scholarship award from Washington University in St. Louis. While working at Landfall Press as a printing assistant and curator, she earned a graduate degree in printmaking with Misch Kohn from the Illinois Institute of Technology.

 

 

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Heralded as one of the TOP TEN sculpture parks in the world, this “museum-in-the-prairie” remains a free public resource for the community 365 days a year—because of volunteers and donors like you. Please join The Nathan Manilow Sculpture Park Board for a unique experience with a wine reception, a chance to meet the artists and a farm-to-table dinner in the Park. After dinner enjoy drinks by the fire, live music and mingling on the Patio/E-Lounge and Visual Arts Gallery.

Tickets available online. 

  

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Location: Susanin's Auction, 200 S. Clinton St. Chicago

This unique event combines fun and informative news from theNate and an opportunity to preview the auction items on display at Susanin's PLUS an interactive wine tasting event.

Complimentary winr and hors d'oeuvres, with an informative wine tasting experience by Shall-We-Wine and food pairings by Lisa's Boutique Catering.


Free Parking, RSVP requested but walk ins welcome- sdenault@govst.edu

 

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More information here

 

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Support theNate by attending this free online event!

Be the first to learn about exciting new projects! 

Hear about new Sculptures on the way!

Learn about our 2021 Social Justice Summit!

Continuing Traditions of Favorites!

theNate is the BEST place to Socially Distance!

Fun for the whole Family!

Get behind-the-scenes tours of artists’ studios!

Register here

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12pm Ambassador lunch
1pm Public Tour

 

 

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Featuring the glass work of FLW and Christine Tarkowski
 

 

 

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What to expect: This hands-on workshop explores basketry as a sculptural medium beyond utilitarian aspects of traditional basketry. You will learn the basics of twining in waxed linen as well as an introduction to random weave. Most importantly we will share, discover, connect, interact, play, create and have fun! All levels are welcome.

Cost: $55 includes materials

Location: Visual Arts Gallery / E Lounge, Governors State University

 

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Featuring dedication ceremony for “Stargazing with Contrails”

Biennial friend-raising event that alternates with Sculpture, Wine & Dine

 

 

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Artist's Talk: Bernard Williams

21c Museum Hotel, 55 E Ontario, Chicago, IL 60611

5:30pm wine reception; 6pm remarks. Free and open to the public.

 

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Saturday, April 22

2pm Center for Performing Arts presents: \"Airplay\"

3pm video about theNate

3:30–4:30pm Fresh Air Tour to celebrate Earth Day

Kids activities planned

 

 

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Saturday, June 17, 2023

4pm - gates open

5pm - Gospel music

6pm - dance performances, drum lines

6:30pm - Cuz'n

7:30pm - Sunset stroll

8 - Acoustic Jazz

Public event. Free. Bring your own picnic dinner (no grilling allowed)

 

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Tuesday, June 20, 5-8pm

Summer Solstice

Wright in Kankakee Friendraiser, Summer Solstice Sip, Shop and Stroll. Public event. 

 

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Annual Sculpture, Wine and Dine

Tribute to John Henry

Dedication of new acquisition by Bernard Williams.

Ticketed event. 

 

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Winter Walk, Empty Bowls, Holiday Party

Public event

 

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Earth Day Fresh Air Walk at theNate 

A favorite tradition at theNate is our annual Earth Day Tour and this year, it will begin with visiting artist Denise Milan’s two sculptures: “Earth, the Blue Stone” and “The Circle of Gold, Destruction and Renewal” that point us to considerations of our planet.

The familiar traditional tour of the collection will provide an engaging experience with many of the monumental artworks that remind us about our relationship to the Earth: land art favorites “Bodark Arc”, by Martin Puryear, and “Field Rotation”, by Mary Miss use the land itself to make their impact; “Stargazing with Contrails”, by Terrence Karpowicz references the night sky and finding our way; “Icarus”, by Charles Ginnever uses classical references in a modern way to take flight in our imaginations.

Registration requested by email to jstevenson@govst.edu

Walk-ins welcomed

Saturday, April 20, 2024

1pm

Meet in front of G Building at the Denise Milan sculptures

Rain or Shine – we are a hardy people, wear shoes for walking on grass paths, and layers for the weather. In the case of inclement weather, an indoor presentation will be at the ready. 

 

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Portraying Women 

Featuring: Jeffrey Equality Brooks, Monica Brown, Faith Humphrey Hill, and Jesse Howard

Exhibition Dates: October 9 - November 15, 2024

Gallery Hours:

Mondays 12-4pm

Tuesdays 12-7pm

Wednesdays 12-7pm

Thursdays 12-7pm

Other times and days by chance and by appointment 

contact sdenault@govst.edu Sherri Denault

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This event takes place at 21c Museum Hotel

55 E. Ontario St.

Chicago, IL 60611


Curatorial Conversation with Jeff Stevenson and Terry Karpowicz


21c Museum Hotel Chicago and theNate are excited to be collaborating to present the next Curatorial Conversation. Director and Curator of the Nathan Manilow Sculpture Park (theNate) and the Visual Arts Gallery at Governors State University, Jeff Stevenson will be in conversation with artist Terrence Karpowicz to discuss his artwork and career.


Terrence Karpowicz lives and works in Chicago, creating sculpture in a variety of media. Born in Cleveland, Ohio, he received degrees from Albion College in Albion, Michigan and the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign before being awarded a Fulbright Scholarship to study with Jim Davies, British master millwright. The experience with Davies provided definition in Karpowicz’ search for a personal aesthetic. The artist continues to value a supreme degree of craftsmanship coupled with an honest approach to his use of materials.


Karpowicz has served in leadership positions with Chicago Sculpture International and Sculpture Fields at Montague Park and has become a pillar of the artworld in Chicagoland and beyond. Any artist making and exhibiting sculpture in our region has likely met and worked with Terry. His artistic excellence and generosity of spirit has been a benefit to many.


He has received two National Endowment for the Arts awards, four grants from the Illinois Arts Council, The Newhouse Award, and numerous public and private commissions. He has exhibited throughout the United States, Mexico, Europe and in the Soviet Union. Karpowicz has received seven commissions for public sculpture from the State of Illinois and his work is held in collections of the City of Chicago, Oklahoma City, and the U.S. General Services Administration.


Join us for a wine reception and talk:

Thursday, February 20, 2025

6 – 7:30pm wine reception

With remarks at 6:30 p.m.


RESERVE Your Spot

Free and open to all


PRO TIP: arrive at 5pm for a tour of the current exhibition at 21c with Museum Director Jennifer Murray


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Purchase Tickets to the Prairie Party



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