Art in Context: Chicago! Architecture and Art of America’s (Second) Greatest City (Part 1 of 3)

Art in Context: Chicago! Architecture and Art of America’s (Second) Greatest City (Part 1 of 3)


WEDNESDAYS | MAY 7, 14, 21 | 11 AM - 12 PM
NORMA KERSHAW AUDITORIUM | 3-PART LECTURE SERIES

Presented by Annalee Andres, Art Historian

May 7 | Go Chicago Go! Building the City of the Future in the 19th and Early 20th Century

Discover the fascinating history of Chicago and the industries that fueled its astonishing rise. From its rapid expansion to the devastation of the Great Fire of 1871, we’ll explore how the city rebounded to become a leader in architectural innovation . Learn how Chicago’s groundbreaking skyscrapers set the stage for a fierce rivalry with New York, forever shaping the modern skyline.


Series Package: Members $30 | General $45
Single Lecture: Members $10 | General $15

Questions? Email cHJvZ3JhbXMgfCBib3dlcnMgISBvcmc= or call 714.567.3677. Proceeds benefit Bowers Museum Education Programs. Tickets are non-refundable.

Image: Wikimedia Commons; public domain

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