Host Organizations:  Urban Juncture Foundation & Build Bronzeville Partner Organizations: Bronzeville Historical Society Join the Bronzeville Historical Society at 2:30pm for a mini-tour of the neighborhood, led from the community garden at 51st and Calumet. BHS Founder Sherry Williams will share highlights of Bronzeville history, culture and arts. Then at 4pm, Boxville's popular Market Wednesdays […]

Arthur Rothstein was a celebrated photojournalist best-known for his Dust Bowl photography during the Great Depression. One of his lesser-known projects included an assignment photographing the Jewish refugee community in Shanghai during World War II, showcased in IHMEC’s new exhibit, Shanghai: Safe Haven During the Holocaust. Join us for an illustrated virtual lecture that will place Rothstein’s […]

Host Organization: Japanese American Service Committee In this session, learn how a joint Japanese American Service Committee/Chicago Japanese American Historical Society project used oral histories to form the backbone of "Uprooted" and "Reckoning," two interactive web experiences that teach Japanese American history at a secondary school level and through a distinctly midwestern lens. Project lead […]

Host Organizations:  DCASE and See Chicago Dance Partner Organization: Chicago Cultural Alliance The Chicago Summer Dance in the Parks series returns this summer, presented with the Chicago Park District. Dancers of all ages and skill levels are invited to take part in family and creative activities from 4:30–5:30pm and introductory dance lessons by professional instructors […]

Host Organization: Chinese American Museum of Chicago Specifically examining Chinatowns in three American cities, Washington D.C., Chicago, and Boston, A Tale of Three Chinatowns looks at the forces altering each community and the challenges that go with them. This feature-length documentary presents the current pressing topic of urban development and gentrification through the eyes of […]

Host Organization: Intuit: The Center for Intuitive and Outsider Art Join us in this month’s virtual Art After Work workshop, where teaching artist and museum educator Paulina Lopez will guide a workshop inspired by Japanese artist Hiroyuki Doi. Participants will construct a sketchbook and practice a variety of mindful drawing exercises. Art After Work is […]

Host Organization:  Muslim American Leadership Alliance Partner Organization: Turkish American Society Artist Replete and MALA present the largest exhibition of work by nationally-renowned Chicago creative Jenny Vyas, with a special guest performance by violinist Damien Escobar. This show will feature 15 new pieces by Vyas, as well as an intimate “fireside chat” where she will […]

Host Organization: Newberry Library Partner Organizations: National Museum of Puerto Rican Arts & Culture and Segundo Ruiz Belvis Cultural Center Pedal along with art historians and preservationists on a three-hour bicycle ride through Humboldt Park and Pilsen exploring how monuments, murals, and other works of public art memorialize and interpret the revolutionary struggles of the […]

Host Organization: Balzekas Museum of Lithuanian Culture Join us at our first program in a series of presentations featuring newly digitized archival footage of operas, concerts, and song festivals from our collection of master video recordings from the 1980s to the 2000s. Lithuanian American bass baritone Arnold Voketaitis will reflect on a 5-decade-long opera/concert career […]

Host Organizations: Korean Cultural Center of Chicago In celebration, join us in this hands-on experience and events that represent Hangawi. Guests can participate in Charye service, a ceremonial service to honor our ancestors with offerings of various foods. Dance along with the CKDC group in the gang-gang-sullae (Hangawi dance), and make your own songpyeun (Korean […]

Host Organization: The Peace School Join us on the International Day of Peace, Tuesday September 21 from noon to 1! There has never been a more important time to take positive action for peace. This intercultural event promotes unity, respect and getting involved in healing our city and our planet. Join us for: One Minute […]

Host Organization: Balzekas Museum of Lithuanian Culture Kryžių kalnas (“Hill of Crosses”) located in the Šiauliai county of Lithuania, is a popular destination for local and visiting Lithuanians, tourists, and Christian pilgrims. The meaning of this place has changed significantly since its mysterious beginnings, becoming a place of peaceful protest against Soviet occupation in the […]

Host Organization:  Ukrainian Institute of Modern Art Enjoy a night of art and music, with live performances by Forest Management and Purelink, and DJ sets by Milkweed and Outsidenightair. Part of West Town Art Walk and sponsored by Solemn Oath Brewery. Event is 21+. Cost & Registration Info: Tickets are required. $5 pre-purchase, $10 at […]

Host Organization: Swedish American Museum Join the Swedish American Museum for a walking tour of Swedish Andersonville. Learn about the Swedish heritage of the neighborhood, and what Swedish things you can still find in the area today. Your registration includes a copy of the guided tour and admission to the Museum. Location Info: Meet at […]

Host Organization: Bronzeville Historical Society Listen to Local DJs and music mix masters showcasing house music entertainment for in-person and virtual audiences. Online Viewers will experience oral history stories and exciting YouTube video clips. Journey Chicago - Bronzeville will also feature highlights of our new ReIMAGINE Aunt Jemima exhibition and participants will meet the Bronzeville […]

Host Organization: Bronzeville Historical Society Join us via ZOOM for the opening of ReIMAGINE Aunt Jemima Exhibition at the Bronzeville Historical Society. A collection of “Aunt Jemima” photos, memorabilia, newspaper accounts and scholarly research was presented to Vivian G. Harsh Research Library from twins Val Williams and Aaron Williams. The collection marks the first contribution […]

Host Organizations: Trickster Cultural Center Telling the stories of the families that have experienced baby loss in their lives, this exhibit is designed by Jen Debouver a Native American Veteran Army, who herself lost 2 babies, then had her "Rainbow baby" Nina her healthy and happy little girl. This powerful exhibit features 21 multi-cultural stories […]