West Town, Wicker Park, Ukrainian Village, Kinzie Corridor, Humboldt Park

West Town

Wisconsin

IL • MI • IN

West Loop, Fulton Market, East Garfield Park

West Loop and West Side

Evanston, The North Shore, Northern, Western and Southern Suburbs

Suburbs

Old Town, Lincoln Park, Lakeview, Roscoe Village, Bucktown, Wicker Park, Logan Square, Lincoln Square, Ravenswood, Uptown, Edgewater, Andersonville, Rogers Park

North Side

Michigan Avenue, Streeterville, The Gold Coast, The Loop, and South Loop

Michigan Avenue

Pilsen, Bridgeport, Chinatown, plus Hyde Park, Jackson Park/Dorchester, and Bronzeville

South Side

Superior and Franklin streets, West Chicago Ave, and down to Merchandise Mart and the River

River North

Surreal &lt; Virestic &gt; Uncanny: Digital Photography by Tim Arroyo and Dave Sobotka is an event showcasing digital photography. The event runs from October 19 to November 11, with a public reception on Wednesday, October 21, from 11am to 1pm.

Surreal < Virestic > Uncanny: Digital Photography by Tim Arroyo and Dave Sobotka

Adrienne Brown, Professor in the Departments of English and Race, Diaspora, and Indigeneity at the University of Chicago, presents her current research on reimagining urban emptiness.

Vacant Stares: Adrienne Brown on Rethinking Urban Emptiness

From art history to operating room: discover how facial structure, proportion, and aesthetics guide modern plastic surgery.

Facial Aesthetics: from Art to Plastic Surgery Part 2

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Political & Americana Auction

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Great Estates Live Auction

Our fall sale of fine books &amp; manuscripts focuses on rare horror and mystery first editions, scarce pulps and zines, manuscripts, and more by the most famous authors of modern works in the genres of horror and mystery. Among the highlights are the true first edition of Bram Stoker's Dracula, and other cornerstones of the genre.

Autumn Chills: Fine Horror and Mystery Literature

Join Nick Nicholson, Deputy Chairman, Decorative Arts at Heritage Auctions, for a gallery talk and guided tour of highlights from the remarkable Russian Art Signature® Auction to take place on December 8, including a special, sneak peek into the Fabergé: A Gentleman's Collection Part II Signature® Auction approaching this spring.&nbsp; •&nbsp;Preview runs November 11-13 •&nbsp;November 12 Gallery Talk begins promptly at 6 p.m. Kindly RSVP <a href="https://forms.monday.com/forms/628ba6e4dfea77e29d153284e47702f3?r=use1" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Here</a>

Russian Art and Fabergé Auction Preview

In the newest iteration of Bedford’s acclaimed&nbsp;Veduta&nbsp;series, moonscapes mark a natural progression from her previous body of work which featured sunsets, some of which were created in the aftermath of the devastating 2025 Palisades Fire in Los Angeles. In this transition from day to night, Bedford introduces a new chromatic register in&nbsp;Nocturnes, transforming the atmospheric qualities of the&nbsp;Veduta&nbsp;series from muted luminosity to the heightened ambiguity of moonlit landscapes. The resulting works constitute a subtle yet striking evolution of the artist’s ongoing engagement with light, atmosphere and the moods they evoke.&nbsp; Veduta paintings are a genre of painting made popular throughout the 16th to 18th centuries. Originally, these highly detailed depictions of recognizable European vistas: significantly, this genre also captured imagery of healthy and pristine vistas untouched by development, pollution and other man-made blight. Seeing what the world looked like through this artistic lens in the 1600s is an eye-opening assessment of the complicated relationship between humanity and nature.&nbsp;As Vedute evolved through shifting art-historical paradigms, the landscape remained recognizably the same while becoming increasingly sensorial. Artists turned to intensified color and expressive brushwork in their pursuit of the sublime. This evolution marked a shift from quaint pastoral depictions of the countryside toward more evocative, moody, and dramatic phenomenologies. Bedford’s new series of Veduta paintings consists entirely of moonlit landscapes and seascapes that embrace the essence of the sublime while situating the series within a specific moment in time: darkness. Inspired by masterworks by artists such as Jean-Baptiste-Camille Corot, Milton Avery, Camille Pissarro, and Frederic Edwin Church as underpaintings, Bedford layers vivid neon-colored tree and cacti motifs, many native to her Southern Californian environs. A third element introduces an architectural gesture: a three-quarter view of an interior room defined by a floor, back wall, and hints of two adjoining walls. Together, the underpainting, neon flora, and architectural framework draw the viewer into an intimate, immersive space, enhancing the experience of the sublime. With&nbsp;Nocturnes, the moon becomes both protagonist and antagonist—amplified by the characteristics of being moody and dramatic—while also playing the role of guide, existential muse and keeper of time. Long burdened with symbolic and emotional meaning across art, literature, music, and mythology, it appears here as something more detached: an omnipresent witness. Absorbing centuries of the human experience as we move firmly into the Age of the Anthropocene,&nbsp;Nocturnes&nbsp;are presented on a stage in dialogue with the scenic past revealing the friction and the disconnect between the past and present landscapes. Image: Whitney Bedford,&nbsp;Veduta (Constable Moonlight), 2026. Ink and oil on nylinen on panel, 44 x 60 x 2 inches.

Whitney Bedford: Nocturnes

Featured artists: Lita Albuquerque, Lisa Beck, Christopher Robin Duncan, Lia Halloran, David Huffman, Gary Lang, Charles Long, Jonathan Ryan, Penelope Umbrico.… before the dawn&nbsp;brings together an intergenerational group of nine artists whom explore the enduring artistic, psychological and philosophical pull of the moon and the nocturnal sky. Sharing formal and existential curiosities, the participating artists engage the night as both a site of observation and imagination, where scientific inquiry, mythology, memory, and lived experience converge.… before the dawn&nbsp;considers the conceptual landscape suspended between our earthly vantage point and the celestial body that has long shaped humanity's understanding of time, nature, and the cosmos. Simultaneously familiar and unknowable, the moon occupies a singular place within our collective imagination. It governs tides, marks the passage of time through its phases, inspires myths across cultures, and has served as both a scientific frontier and a symbol of longing, transformation, and transcendence.&nbsp;The artists in&nbsp;… before the dawn&nbsp;extend a centuries-long artistic lineage that has found inspiration in the night sky, while offering a contemporary sensibility to this timeless subject. Working across painting, sculpture, photography, and interdisciplinary practices, each artist constructs a deeply personal relationship with the moon as image, object, metaphor, and presence. Together, their works collapse the vastness of the cosmos into intimate encounters, transforming an ancient celestial constant into a moment in time that embraces an individual’s ability to reflect on perception, belonging, wonder, and the fragile conditions of life on Earth.… before the dawn&nbsp;is curated with the assistance of gallery artist Whitney Bedford and Aandrea Stang, Director of the University Art Gallery at California State University, Dominguez Hills.

... before the dawn

Our fall show, In Dialogue: Works by Melissa Herrington &amp; Allison Svoboda, opens on Thursday, September 10th with a reception in the gallery from 5-7pm. We hope you'll join us for an evening of captivating art, engaging conversation and light refreshments! In Dialogue: will be on view through November 14.

In Dialogue: Works by Melissa Herrington & Allison Svoboda

Brendan Fernandes: In the Round

Temporary Solutions to Lifelong Problems explores the ephemerality of thought and memory within the context of our contemporary moment. This solo exhibition, featuring the incredibly striking work of Chicago artist Jack Vonty, invites viewers into a richly layered world that encourages deep personal reflection. The opening reception, free and open to the public, will take place on September 19, 2026 from 5:30-8:00 PM. Attendees will have the opportunity to meet the artist, enjoy light refreshments, and be among the first to see this gripping exhibition.&nbsp;Vonty’s art is an expression of freedom that questions the world we live in. Each body of work depicts personal thoughts that scramble through the mind on a daily basis. By using a variety of mediums and unconventional techniques to create unique textures along with random text placement, he conveys a story that allows the viewer to write the ending.&nbsp;Curator, Kaitlin Rikala&nbsp; Atelier Joliet is located at 150 N Chicago St, Joliet, IL 60432 Gallery Hours:&nbsp;Thursday-Saturday, 4-8 PM &amp; by appointment&nbsp; Image credit: artist, Jack Vonty

Temporary Solutions to Lifelong Problems

Join Art Encounter's Sarah Packer and Alex Stevenson for an unforgettable experience meeting artist, collector, writer, poet, photographer, museum curator, and book binder Michael Horvich in his Evanston home.His condo houses Michael’s Museum, which holds an amazing folk art collection of curiosities, artifacts, miniatures, and discoveries, as well as paintings, photography, handmade books, jewelry, and the artist's own Cornell-like shadow box assemblages. We will discuss the art of collecting and get inside the mind of this dynamic, curious, and expressive Evanston original. Visit https://www.artencounter.org/collecting-and-creating to register.<a href="https://uphksziab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=00183ZFjC9eSeoewdC4z9F4YvWcNxhrLNFNQAWOS7RroUC9ejDpDiM7h-Vvvl8mGsoPsNgz2t0i3RmAhwFkbjJIJo6iGIq1A2E0TsumjhYuSdQtZu9Pw8-fapVxuDVaCxWzJO-yxLuRQNuBgUwNuQoE8oQVHidXQ-s--a0AonCvH7b5_PtKOxFGVmbadEq3cnIk&amp;c=3Tt6_8BHWcM-jnzItgmK2T8zG1ZD-9KNNZZCoi8CIweF8RVgncbQ4w==&amp;ch=kSIIox8wIroIJFkpahIhFiAHCmIkqzGVu72w__LrsUz872TEQdkxPA==" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Visit our website to register.</a>

The Curious Art of Collecting and Creating with Michael Horvich

Join artist and author Nikko Locander for a fun and creative family workshop inspired by his new children’s book, The Coquí That Lost Its Voice! The workshop will begin with a special 10-minute reading of the story, followed by a hands-on activity where young artists can sculpt their very own coquí using air-dry clay. For our littlest participants, we’ll have coloring pages and crayons to decorate their favorite scene from the book. Come listen, create, and celebrate the beloved coquí through storytelling and hands-on art with Nikko Locander. About the Artist:&nbsp; Nikko Locander, also known as “Ali Six” is a Puerto Rican multi media artist, designer, and community leader in Chicago’s Humboldt Park area. Nikko’s work is heavily illustrated utilizing his own original cartoon characters that have been featured in murals, galleries, and kids books across the globe. Some brands that he has collaborated with include: The Chicago Bulls, Nike, WB pictures, Rustoleum Paint, MLB, Jordan brand, and more.

Art & Story-Time: Create With Ali Six

Join us on 11/14 for our sustainable jewelry making workshop, hosted by exhibiting artist, Tristian Laney! This workshop will introduce you to real world applications for sustainable and recycled materials in fashion. You will learn the process of turning tin cans into usable paillettes and make your own unique jewelry pieces! Sip some wine, meet new friends, and come home with two new pieces of jewelry! Saturday, November 14th, 1pm - 3pm Materials and refreshments provided $25/person Tickets at <a href="https://www.forum301.org" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.forum301.org </a> Tristian Laney is a fresh apparel designer and upcoming graduate from Michigan State University. In 2019, he founded 2nd Date Apparel Studio from his bedroom in the suburbs of Detroit. Inspired by the beauty of Midwest culture, eclectic aesthetics of 2nd hand stores, and the unique quality of retro movies and music, 2nd Date hopes to bring fun back into the wardrobe through silhouette, color, and texture. Having participated with New York Fashion Week in 2024, 2025, and selected as part of the Future of Fashion Showcase for the University of Michigan Fashion Media Summit, Tristian has started his next chapter in Chicago with Chicago Menswear Day and Chicago Fashion Week 2026.

Structure in Stature /  Make and Sip: Sustainable Jewelry

Lean on your materials and create new ways of thinking inspired by the works of Kenzi Shiokava and Mike Cloud.&nbsp;

Family Day | Knock on Wood

Join us for a conversation with Los Angeles-based gallery artist Whitney Bedford. The dialogue will explore Bedford's practice, highlighting her evolving&nbsp;Veduta&nbsp;series of historical nightscape paintings, and introducing&nbsp;Leda and the Swan, a new series of iterative works imagining the titular myth. The discussion will be followed by a reception to celebrate the&nbsp;exhibition catalogue release. Whitney Bedford: Nocturnes&nbsp;will remain on view through Saturday, November 21st.

In Conversation with Whitney Bedford

It's always the Stone Age for Lithographers! They both rock and roll...out their prints.&nbsp;Stone Age&nbsp;at the Chicago Printmakers Collaborative will feature handmade fine art lithograph prints created by both renowned lithographers along with some of our most recent litho students at the studio. Each of these artists grain, draw, and print from a stone to create their work. Come to the Opening Reception on Saturday, September 19th from 5-8pm for a first look at this selection of gorgeous prints. Stone Age: A Lithography Showcase will be on view until November 14th, 2026. <a href="https://nctrkqcab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001nhc794-8dIpLCI629RNjn4tXatffnPJnC8HNFmMY1UojArMyukmt7Mey0iEQxqi4dDYA6jBBwkB8VWDkeAFbLkxTtSbdMeHfF5EM80bV2VYRLikpD2oaLMzuS0Ik8t7DZMmRmxwxw-Dn4H41APG5Yz_uyOidhegW1C5KdhZjJLxKnr9mNtJ8FP2p_w-GDLIKGmDL87pOnuedbxaJ1LUbZnaZpy4KpHYIfUAlEAr-V9PL6sAS8oQogqptNGSdpSbQn0Rus40W_0voFrGtfbaK5HifZU7LhHq4q4l5Iq9UOrDNyiQl0DEQzqU7HcBnUNrg-Homqpr2Jiw7u5MMnhtQf7wucmp3eYxuMpL8zT6nZsI=&amp;c=uBC0uObWrAoVX5p2t1s1GxjuryWmdHapkU_PXp7FuJqk3TxPUbqBzg==&amp;ch=gnKrv75K0pgrOPmm_vKhBt1u9JfxwdLIxjcpEiLAGUZw56NnQs_H9Q==" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">GALLERY HOURS</a>&nbsp;- Wednesdays &amp; Fridays 12-5pm, Sundays 11-3pm or by appointment.&nbsp;<a href="mailto:info@chicagoprintmakers.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Schedule a visit.</a>Or, check out the beautiful prints from the comfort of your home at our&nbsp;<a href="https://nctrkqcab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001nhc794-8dIpLCI629RNjn4tXatffnPJnC8HNFmMY1UojArMyukmt7A2NRdwlNe_2gr3dC6wowStF_hZhtdH42Fd_k0K3pCDFKkIdtKRTDX4yBnfeDJFtgc--t8Qq17b_l3nq2ITDOJJLUxboNrGc0cImz_BAo5yuzNsCfhlAn-UiX06gWwTX_TUGoBMQbA6IxN126nnoB_JvXvVP9DGnwg==&amp;c=uBC0uObWrAoVX5p2t1s1GxjuryWmdHapkU_PXp7FuJqk3TxPUbqBzg==&amp;ch=gnKrv75K0pgrOPmm_vKhBt1u9JfxwdLIxjcpEiLAGUZw56NnQs_H9Q==" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">online shop</a>!

Stone Age: A Lithography Showcase

old friends is pleased to present or, The River, new works by Martyna Alexander (b. 1989, Ann Arbor, MI) and Andrew Hayes (b. 1981, Tucson, Arizona). Martyna Alexander’s dreamlike topography emerges through washes of acrylic, overlaid with marks suggestive of an unknowable order. Andrew Hayes’ formalistic sculpture pairs paper and steel, the two substances alchemized, mirroring one another in fluid motion. Both artists speak spatially, their works boundless, sensual, and sensory. Alexander paints landscapes as if seen through a haze, in pigmented stains that seep and sink into the canvas weft. She allows space to remain perceptual and indistinct, intentionally obscuring any discernible landmark. Floating through the composition are hallucinatory gestures, in graphite or soft pastel, pulled from the artist's own lexicon of organization. Red Flag radiates with desert heat, each cell in the superimposed graphite grid blazed with a single red mark. There is no containing Alexander’s landscapes; their atmosphere seeps into the room. Like a mirage, they shimmer into and out of being. Hayes marries disparate materials; beginning with old, mass-printed books, he bends, contorts, and slices the pages, then anchors these compositions between subtly carved metal structures. Steel glints, not coldly, but with a seductive, supple quality. Though the paper retains certain literary visual identifiers (marbled edges, tabs, the ghost of text), Hayes anonymizes all content - he responds solely to its material potential. Hayes’ sculptures are precisely choreographed; undulating metal giving way to splayed pages, frozen at the apex of movement. Both artists allude to narrative, a suggestive presence of space or story, yet intentionally conceal definition. Their works speak to a symbolic dimension, a space where reference dissolves into abstraction. The sensory impression remains - a metallic taste, the scent of wet grass, an auric residue. or, The River will be on view at old friends, 3149 N. Halsted St., Chicago, IL, from September 12th through November 14th. Gallery staff are available to guide viewers through the exhibition via Zoom upon request. Please email <a href="mailto:office@oldfriendsgallery.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); color: rgb(0, 0, 0);" target="_blank">office@oldfriendsgallery.com</a> with any questions or inquiries. <a href="mailto:office@oldfriendsgallery.com?subject=or%2C%20The%20River%20%7C%20Preview%20Request&amp;body=" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: rgb(244, 244, 244);" target="_blank">Request a Preview</a> Pictured: ANDREW HAYES Aureate Inclusion, 2025Fabricated steel and book paper17 x 10 x 2-1/2 inches

or, The River, new works by Martyna Alexander and Andrew Hayes

Alongside&nbsp;Nocturnes, Secrist Beach presents eleven paintings from Whitney Bedford’s new body of work&nbsp;Leda and the Swan, featuring reinterpretations of a single painting—itself an interpretive work—Luigi Mussini’s&nbsp;Leda and the Swan&nbsp;(1840–1850). The subject, drawn from Greek mythology, has been rendered repeatedly over centuries in painting, sculpture, poetry, and numerous other artistic forms. Depicting the seduction of Leda by the Greek god Zeus, who appears in the form of a swan, the enduring popularity of the myth lends itself to the charged erotic atmosphere of the scene.Mussini’s version is striking in its detail, form, and execution, resulting in a sensual painting that serves as a constant throughout Bedford’s versions. Her return to this single composition amplifies her interest in repetition as a method: how reiteration alters meaning, and how art history and personal narrative converge through the mechanics of reproduction. Through repetition, the painting ceases to function as a fixed mythological scene and instead becomes a stage for transition across centuries of art history, shifting notions of mastery and originality, and the personal narratives that emerge through sustained return. In this way, the image heightens the visibility of change—whether formal, conceptual, or biographical. Image: Whitney Bedford,&nbsp;Leda and the Swan (Silver Moon, Blurred Body), 2026. Ink and oil on linen on aluminum stretcher, 24 x 36 inches

Leda and the Swan

Explore the art of collecting through all-ages activities inspired by Life is an Art: The Collection of Jan Petry. Shop the Intuit Store Art Market featuring IAM Store artists and SkyART teen artists; explore Living Record: Looking Back to Look Forward, a participatory exhibition inviting the community to share stories and reflect; and join our Intuiteens for a scavenger hunt. This event is free and open to the public.

Community Day: IAM a collector

<a href="https://www.hydeparkart.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="color: rgb(0, 112, 192);" target="_blank">Hyde Park Art Center</a>, the renowned non-profit hub for contemporary art located on Chicago’s vibrant South Side, hosts its&nbsp;2026 Gala&nbsp;activating the entire building on&nbsp;Saturday, November 14, from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., with an afterparty that goes till&nbsp;11:30 p.m.&nbsp;The lively event honors American painter&nbsp;Candida Alvarez&nbsp;and Chicago arts leader&nbsp;Nora Daley,&nbsp;and is packed with hands-on art activities, commissioned performances, open studios, art auctions, and DJs from Lumpen Radio. The gala co-chairs are Chicago art patrons&nbsp;Trissa Babrowski and Sundeep Mullangi,&nbsp;Maria Christina and Guy-Karim Caland Puymartin, and Chicago gallerists&nbsp;Monique Meloche and Evan Boris. The Gala after-party is hosted in partnership with Lumpen Radio, with standalone tickets at $75 available for purchase on the Art Center’s website. Guests may RSVP and make donations at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.hydeparkart.org/gala." rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.hydeparkart.org/gala</a><a href="http://www.hydeparkart.org/gala." rel="noopener noreferrer" style="color: black;" target="_blank">.</a> With a “creative cocktail” dress code, the evening will feature a cocktail party running from 5:30-7:00 p.m., followed by a seated dinner with remarks by Art Center leadership and artists. With a reputation as one of the city’s most “hands-on” art parties, the Gala will feature an after-party in collaboration with Lumpen Radio from 8:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. that includes the popular Interactive Artist Interventions, resident artist open studios, performances, DJs, late-night bites, and more.&nbsp; Interactive Artist Interventions have been a highlight of past Art Center Galas, where guests were engaged in inventive interactions, such as getting inked by a tattoo artist and eating cake off a wall.&nbsp;This year’s participating artists will be announced soon at&nbsp;<a href="http://hydeparkart.org/gala" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">hydeparkart.org/gala</a>. Gala tickets are available for $750 with host committee sponsorship levels beginning at $2,500. Guests may RSVP and make donations at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.hydeparkart.org/gala" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">hydeparkart.org/gala</a>. For more information on sponsorship levels, please contact Destinee Johnson at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:djohnson@hydeparkart.org" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">djohnson@hydeparkart.or</a><a href="mailto:djohnson@hydeparkart.org" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);" target="_blank">g</a>. About the honoreesCandida Alvarez&nbsp;is widely regarded as one of her generation’s most highly innovative and experimental painters. Her work has been collected by the Art Institute of Chicago, Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago, Whitney Museum, San Jose Museum of Art, El Museo del Barrio, among others. She has been granted the Anonymous was a Woman Award, Trellis Art Fund Award, Arts and Letters Award in Art by the American Academy of Arts and Letters,&nbsp;Mellon Foundation Latinx Artist Fellowship,&nbsp;Helen Frankenthaler Award for Painting, and the Joan Mitchell Foundation Painter and Sculptors Grant. Alvarez is an alum of Yale School of Art, and held the F.H. Sellers Professorship in Painting at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, where she is now Professor Emerit. In Fall 2024 Alvarez was the Alex Katz Chair in Painting at The Cooper Union. Her career-spanning solo exhibition at El Museo del Barrio titled Circle, Point, Hoop was on view until August 2025, running concurrently with Real Monsters in Bold Colors:Bob Thompson and Candida Alvarez, GRAY New York. Alvarez is represented by GRAY New York and Monique Meloche Gallery. Nora Daley&nbsp;has focused on helping people and tirelessly strengthening communities throughout her life. In 2025, she was named the board&nbsp;co-chair of the Chicago Architecture Biennial, the largest exhibition of architecture and urbanism in North America. She was appointed Chair of the Illinois Art Council Agency by Governor JB Pritzker in September 2022, and continues to work with other agencies throughout the state to partner and provide access and opportunity for the creative sector. She has been in leadership as chairman of the Board of Trustees and executive committee member of multiple organizations, including Steppenwolf Theatre Company, the Terra Foundation for American Art, After School Matters, Navy Pier, Inc., Frances Xavier Warde School and the Richard J. Daley Global Cities Forum. Daley has served as an advisor to and active participant in various organizations, including the Illinois Justice Project, Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago, Museum of Science and Industry, Hyde Park Art Center, University of Illinois Chicago and Harris School of Public Policy University of Chicago. From 2011-2019 she chaired the City of Chicago’s Cultural Advisory Council under Mayor Rahm Emanuel. In 2022 Daley established Raven Partners, a strategic advisory firm, to continue to build upon her work with various businesses and organizations. As a former Managing Director of Wonderworks, an immersive experiential art museum that disrupts the traditional nonprofit model, she led the relaunch, rebuild and rebrand of the museum. From 2002-2014 Daley worked as a Senior Advisor and Director of Outreach for Metropolis Strategies, an initiative from the Commercial Club of Chicago that created a civic organization focused on the growth of the regional economy to promote sustainable development and create safer communities throughout the Chicago region. Daley received a BA in Art History from Fairfield University. She lives in Chicago with her husband and three children.

Hyde Park Art Center’s 2026 Gala

Respira | Breath Sunday Yoga at the Museum brings gentle movement and mindful breathing into our galleries 🧘‍♀️ $10 | All proceeds benefit water for Puerto Rico Meditation • Sound Bowls • Beginner Yoga • Art &amp; Connection $10 | All proceeds benefit water relief efforts in Puerto Rico 9:00–9:15 AM | Arrival and settling in9:15 AM | Welcome with Veronica, Michelle + Yaritza9:20 AM | Grounding Meditation with Michelle Morales9:30 AM | Sound Bowl Meditation, practitioner with AngieStar9:45 AM | Yoga with Yari, beginners welcome10:15–11:00 AM | Time to visit the exhibitions, reflect, connect, and relax11:00-11:30 AM | Closing and breakdown Join Yari and Michelle for Power Yoga and Meditation, a dynamic and energizing practice that builds full‑body strength, sharpens mental focus, and deepens your connection to breath. Expect a steady, heat‑building flow that challenges your muscles, clears your mind, and leaves you feeling powerful and grounded. All levels and beginners are welcome! Please bring your own mat and water. Bios: &nbsp;– Yaritza (Yoga With Yari): A Chicago-born, Latina yoga instructor who brings her culture, community, and corazón to every class she teaches. As a 200 RYT and Yoga Sculpt–certified teacher, she is passionate about expanding representation in wellness and making yoga feel accessible and welcoming for everyone. Her classes blend strength, rhythm, breath, and grounding practices inspired by her lived experience. Yaritza creates a space where students can show up exactly as they are—no perfection, no pretense, just presence. Whether you are new to yoga or looking to deepen your journey, she guides with warmth, authenticity, and a deep commitment to helping you feel connected to your body and your power.&nbsp;– Michelle Morales (Founder, The Joy Room Chicago): Michelle Morales is a Chicago-born creative producer, community wellness advocate, and founder of The Joy Room Chicago, a collective dedicated to expanding consciousness, amplifying collective wellness, and cultivating joy through intentional experiences. Rooted in her personal journey as a caregiver, Michelle’s work centers rest, presence, and connection as essential practices of individual and collective care. Through meditation, breathwork, sound, and community circles, she creates spaces for people to slow down, reconnect, and remember JOY. Whether you are new to yoga or experienced, this session invites you to slow down, notice your breath, and connect with art in a new way. Your participation supports water relief in Puerto Rico.

Respira | Breath: Sunday Yoga at the Museum

MONUMENTS OF STILLNESS: Carole Feuerman Public Exhibition:June 2 – November 15, 2026 Ribbon Cutting &amp; Press conference:June 2, 2026 · 10AMWrigley Building400-410 North Michigan Ave.Chicago, Illinois <a href="https://hiltoncontemporary.com/exhibitions/carole-feuerman-monuments-of-stillness/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">DETAILS</a>

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