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Contemporary Art in Chicago

Contemporary Art in Chicago is a hands-on initiation into Chicago's vibrant visual art scene. You will visit museums and galleries throughout the city and get the unique opportunity to step behind the scenes into artists' studios and collectors' homes where you will see works in progress, ask questions, and get to know the real people who make up Chicago's art world. Discussions and conversations with artists and curators provide context and intimacy to this exploration of the creative fabric of our city. 

NOTE: This course meets outside of a classroom setting and will travel to different locations throughout Chicago. Students should know that some class sessions will require physical activity, including walking up to three blocks, taking public transportation, climbing stairs, and standing for extended periods. 

This course fulfills the Art History requirement for the Adult Continuing Education noncredit Drawing and Painting certificates.

This class is taught by Holly Holmes-Burtonwood

Registration closes at noon on Monday, September 29th. 

No class on Saturday, November 29th. 

 

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Class meeting time 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Class meeting days Saturday
Building and room Maclean Building, room 301
Course number 2419
Course instructor Holly Holmes- Burtonwood

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