There is plenty to see around Chicago and beyond this week, so we are previewing November 12, 13 and 14 in three parts. Thursday brings new exhibitions, lots of auction previews, and more.

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Richard Wetzel: Recent Paintings

Nov 12, 2026 – Jan 9, 2027

Opening: Thursday, Nov 12, 2026 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Corbett vs. Dempsey

Fireworks in the Rain

Nov 12, 2026 – Jan 16, 2027

Pistachios Contemporary Art Jewelry and Objects

Gina Litherland: Gone to Earth

Nov 12, 2026 – Jan 9, 2027

Opening: Thursday, Nov 12, 2026 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Corbett vs. Dempsey

Dancing Just the Same: Chic-a-Go-Go at 30

Nov 12, 2026 – Jan 9, 2027

Opening: Thursday, Nov 12, 2026 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Corbett vs. Dempsey

Russian Art and Fabergé Auction Preview

Nov 11, 2026 – Nov 13, 2026

Opening: Thursday, Nov 12, 2026 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Heritage Auctions

The gallery talk begins at 6 PM. RSVP through the event link.

RAM's Awesome Art Sale

Nov 12, 2026 – Nov 15, 2026

Racine Art Museum

Political & Americana Auction

Thursday, Nov 12, 2026 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Potter & Potter Auctions, Inc.

Great Estates Live Auction

Thursday, Nov 12, 2026 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Toomey & Co. Auctioneers

Autumn Chills: Fine Horror and Mystery Literature

Thursday, Nov 12, 2026 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM

Potter & Potter Auctions, Inc.

An Evening with Steve Poltz

Thursday, Nov 12, 2026 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM

John Michael Kohler Arts Center (JMKAC)

Lecture. Abbott Pattison: The Figure Forward

Thursday, Nov 12, 2026 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM

Elmhurst Art Museum

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