Arts & Culture in Flossmoor, IL

Museums, galleries, theater, dance, and cultural events in Flossmoor, IL. Feed your creative side.

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International Jazz Day Performance: Meet Captain Walter Dyett

In 3 days · Thu, Apr 23, 11:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Whitney M. Young, Jr. · 415 East 79th St., Chicago, IL

Walter Henri Dyett, known as “Captain Dyett”, was a music educator, and instrumental figure in the development of jazz and black music in Chicago. As the band instructor of Bronzeville’s DuSable High School, Dyett built a powerhouse music program that produced iconic singers such as Nat King Cole,..

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Miles Davis’ 100th Birthday

Tue, May 26, 11:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Harold Washington Library Center · 400 S. State St., Chicago, IL

Celebrating 100 years of Miles Davis, this concert showcases (some of) the brilliant work from the vast, expansive catalogue of the greatest composer in the history of our country. An icon in not just jazz, but in fashion, pop culture, art, and multiple genres of music, this string quartet concert,.

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After School Fun

In 2 days · Wed, Apr 22, 9:00 PM–10:30 PM UTC · Chicago Lawn Branch · 6120 S. Kedzie Avenue, Chicago, IL

Listen to music, play board games, do puzzles or enjoy the weekly craft. For teens and families with children. Mientras escuchan música y mantienen conversaciones animadas, las familias pueden jugar con nuestros juegos de mesa, rompecabezas y crear pequeñas manualidades. Para adolescentes y...

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Little Black Pearl Art & Design Center

Little Black Pearl Art & Design Center · 1060 E. 47th St., Chicago, IL, 60653, Chicago, IL

What began as an artist's dream in the basement of her gray stone is now the Little Black Pearl Art and Design Center located in...

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Band Patch Making

In 2 days · Wed, Apr 22, 9:00 PM–10:00 PM UTC · Harold Washington Library Center · 400 S. State St., Chicago, IL

Swing by YOUmedia for our band patch making drop in. Artistry supplies will be available for those who want to create their own nu-metal punk and emo adjacent designs. We hope to see you there! Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please..

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Pullman State Historic Site (Hotel Florence)

Pullman State Historic Site (Hotel Florence) · 11111 S. Forestville Ave., Chicago, IL, 60628, Chicago, IL

Fifteen miles south of the Chicago loop, at the center of the historic planned industrial Pullman community, Pullman State Historic Site uses historic structures and...

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Beverly Arts Center

Beverly Arts Center · 2407 W. 111th St., Chicago, IL, 60655, Chicago, IL

Founded in 1968, the Beverly Arts Center, 2407 W. 111th St., Chicago, is a not-for-profit cultural and educational institution dedicated to enriching lives through the...

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Craft n' Snack: DIY Pressed Flower Bookmarks

In 3 days · Thu, Apr 23, 8:00 PM–10:00 PM UTC · McKinley Park · 1915 W. 35th St., Chicago, IL

Teens will be provided with materials to create art with pressed flowers, glitter supplies, and more. Snacks will also be available for those participating in the program. This program offers a safe space where teens can meet and create art together! Accessibility Need sign language...

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Millennium Park

Millennium Park · 201 E. Randolph St., Chicago, IL, 60601, Chicago, IL

Chicago's most prestigious cultural institution. Perfect for dinner, receptions, meetings and much more. A spectacular location for your next special event. Room Capacities: Pavilion Stage...

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Bridgeport Art Center

Bridgeport Art Center · 1200 W. 35th St., Chicago, IL, 60609, Chicago, IL

Bridgeport Art Center is a multi-disciplinary creative home for artists, designers, and professionals working across various art forms, media and vocations. An inspirational place to...

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Pitchfork Music Festival

Pitchfork Music Festival · Union Park, 1501 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60607, Chicago, IL

Pitchfork is incredibly excited to announce the return of the Pitchfork Music Festival, taking place Friday, September 10 through Sunday, September 12 at Chicago’s Union Park.

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Arie Crown Theater

Arie Crown Theater · 2301 S. Jean Baptiste Point DuSable, Chicago, IL, 60616, Chicago, IL

Located in the acclaimed Lakeside Center in Chicagos renowned McCormick Place Convention Center, the Arie Crown Theater features a 4,188-seat proscenium arch venue. For over...

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Spertus, A Center for Jewish Learning and Culture

Spertus, A Center for Jewish Learning and Culture · 610 S. Michigan Ave., Chicago, IL, 60605, Chicago, IL

The faceted glass façade of Spertus Institute’s Michigan Avenue facility offers a window into world of Jewish learning and culture. Designed by the award-winning, Chicago-based...

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Mindworks: The Science of Thinking

Mindworks: The Science of Thinking · 224 S. Michigan Ave., Chicago, IL, 60604, Chicago, IL

Mindworks is the worlds first interactive discovery center and working lab dedicated to behavioral science, showcasing the research and ideas of preeminent scientists who examine...

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Community Art Garden at the Elliott Donnelley Youth Center

Community Art Garden at the Elliott Donnelley Youth Center · 3947 S.Michigan Ave., Chicago, IL, 60653, Chicago, IL

This Bronzeville Chicago Youth Center facility hosts what is perhaps the preeminent collection of public community art in the city. In 1991, encouraged by the...

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Chicago Symphony Orchestra/Symphony Center

Chicago Symphony Orchestra/Symphony Center · 220 S. Michigan Ave., Chicago, IL, 60604, Chicago, IL

Symphony Center, home of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, presents over 200 concerts annually featuring the best of classical, jazz, world, chamber, and pop music.

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The Harper Theater

The Harper Theater · 5238 S. Harper St., Chicago, IL, 60615, Chicago, IL

Designed by Horatio Wilson, the Prairie Style building is listed on The National Register of Historic Places as part of The Hyde Park-Kenwood Historic District....

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Buckingham Fountain

Buckingham Fountain · Columbus Dr. and Congress Parkway, Chicago, IL, 60603, Chicago, IL

This popular historic landmark and tourist attraction offers visitors a dazzling music, light and water show, which runs dusk-11pm, spring through the end of fall....

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Adler Planetarium

Adler Planetarium · 1300 S. DuSable Lake Shore Dr., Chicago, IL, 60605, Chicago, IL

The Adler Planetarium connects people to the universe and each other. Whether it is introducing a guest to the Ring Nebula, a neighborhood school to...

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Chicago Gospel Music Festival

Chicago Gospel Music Festival · Millennium Park, 201 E Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60602, Chicago, IL

This FREE inspirational music festival brings audiences of all ages and backgrounds together to celebrate the power of music.

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Clarke-Ford House

Clarke-Ford House · 1827 S. Indiana Ave., Chicago, IL, 60616, Chicago, IL

Built in 1836, the Clarke-Ford House is Chicago’s oldest house. It was recently renamed to affirm the profound role of Bishop Louis Henry and Margaret...

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Entrepreneurship: Cosmetology Wig Making Look & Learn

Starts in 10 hrs · Mon, Apr 20, 8:30 PM–10:00 PM UTC · Kelly · 6151 S. Normal Blvd., Chicago, IL · Ages 16–24

Join us for a fun and empowering 2-part workshop on the fundamentals of wig making. During these sessions' cosmetologist, Whitney White will demonstrate how to construct a custom wig using the sewing machine method. Whether you're curious, new to the craft, or looking to improve your skills,...

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Gallery Guichard

Gallery Guichard · 436 E. 47th St., Chicago, IL, 60653, Chicago, IL

Located on the first floor of the Bronzeville Artist Lofts, Gallery Guichard features a rotating collection of works from numerous global artists including, Abiola Akintola,...

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Dennis Watkins – The Magic Parlour

Dennis Watkins – The Magic Parlour · 50 W. Randolph St., Chicago, IL, 60601, Chicago, IL

Experience Jaw-Dropping Magic. Award-Winning, Third-Generation Magician and Mind-Reader Dennis Watkins has joined forces with Goodman Theatre and Petterino's to create a one-of-a-kind magic theater in...

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Radius Chicago

Radius Chicago · 640 W. Cermak Rd., Chicago, IL, 60616, Chicago, IL

Radius Chicago is a versatile, 55,000-square-foot event space designed to host corporate gatherings, large-scale events, productions, and private concerts for 400 to 5,000 attendees. Housed...

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A. Philip Randolph Pullman Porter Museum

A. Philip Randolph Pullman Porter Museum · 10406 S. Maryland Ave., Chicago, IL, 60628, Chicago, IL

The A. Philip Randolph Pullman Porter Museum is an African-American Labor History Museum, the only one of its kind in the nation. Located in the...

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The Platform Conference Center and The Green at 320

The Platform Conference Center and The Green at 320 · 320 S. Canal St., Chicago, IL, 60606, Chicago, IL

The Platform Conference Center is a world class, state-of-the-art conference center located directly next to Union Station at 320 S. Canal. Boasting four impressive spaces,...

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Bronzeville Children’s Museum

Bronzeville Children’s Museum · 9301 S. Stony Island Ave., Chicago, IL, 60617, Chicago, IL

The Bronzeville Children's Museum, featuring exhibits designed for children ages 3 to 9, is the first and only African American children's museum in the country....

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The Field Museum

The Field Museum · 1400 S. Jean Baptiste Pointe DuSable Lake Shore Dr., Chicago, IL, 60605, Chicago, IL

The Field Museum is Chicagos most elegant and unique setting for special events. Whether it is an intimate dinner for 10 or a rockin reception...

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Sports Traveler

Sports Traveler · 3100 W 95th Street, Evergreen Park, IL, 60805, Evergreen Park, IL

Sports Traveler specializes in event tickets and hotel travel packages to the city's top sports and concert events including Chicago Bears, Chicago Cubs, White Sox,...

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Sculpt Like Hunt and Perkins: A Creative Sculpting Workshop

Wed, May 27, 9:00 PM–10:30 PM UTC · Manning · 6 S. Hoyne Ave., Chicago, IL

This workshop highlights the accomplishments of Black Chicago sculptors with a spotlight on Richard Hunt and Marion Perkins. Hunt, a world-renowned sculptor and printmaker born in Chicago’s Woodlawn community and raised in Englewood, became one of the leading 20th century American artists....

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National Public Housing Museum

National Public Housing Museum · 919 S. Ada St., Chicago, IL, 60607, Chicago, IL

The National Public Housing Museum is the first cultural institution in the United States dedicated to interpreting the American experience in public housing and the...