Spring and summer offer a full slate of exhibitions across galleries and museums throughout the Midwest. Behind the scenes, many people in the community are working tirelessly to support artists and bring fresh perspectives to the public. We spoke with five insiders about what excites them now and what they anticipate next. – CGN

Read our 5TTT with Michelle T. Boone here.

Read our 5TTT with Monique Meloche here.

Read our 5TTT with “Easy” Otabor here.

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Jay Krehbiel – 

Executive Chairman, Freeman’s

“I’m especially excited about the season ahead at Freeman’s, as our spring calendar brings together collectors, scholars, and the broader arts community through a dynamic series of auctions and events. Our partnership with EXPO CHICAGO remains a highlight, including Art After Hours at our Chicago gallery, where we enjoyed welcoming friends and colleagues from across the art world [earlier this month].

This season features a rediscovered Josef Šíma masterpiece leading our Impressionist and Modern Art auction, alongside specialized sales spanning Native American Art, Modern Design, and Western Art—each offering collectors meaningful opportunities to engage with exceptional objects and the stories they carry.”