# Event Details - **Event Name**: Work, People, Art: Exhibit Art Talk - **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 29 Jul, 2026 at 05:00 pm – Wed, 29 Jul, 2026 at 06:30 pm - **Event Description**: Join us for a lively evening of discussion of the Work, People, Art exhibition, featuring artworks created during the Great Depression.About this EventDuring this national crisis, President Roosevelt created the Works Progress Administration, one of whose goals was to support artists in their time of need. This exhibition explores the themes of work, people, and artistic innovation, highlighting how artists of the era captured the American scene through a bold, new visual language. Illinois State Museum Curator of Art Doug Stapleton will lead the talk and discussion.BOOKINGThis event is for up to 25 guests and can be booked by clicking the red “check availability” button to the right.This is not a tour and will take place in one area. If you are interested in taking a tour of the Illinois Governor's Mansion, book here: https://illinoisgovernorsmansiontour.eventbrite.comReservations are required for all visitors and are free of charge. All guest names must be provided at the time of booking.Please arrive 5–10 minutes early. An interpreter will greet you at the Jackson Street gate (north side of the Mansion, between 4th and 5th Streets).Visits must be booked at least 24 hours in advance.Update or cancel reservations through Eventbrite. For questions, contact us at least 24 hours in advance: call or email igmtours@illinois.gov.Please note: Tours and events may be cancelled at any time, including up to the scheduled start time. No large bags or backpacks permitted. Small bags are allowed and subject to search. Photography and videotaping are not allowed. All visitors 18+ must present a government-issued photo ID or passport matching their ticket. Children must be accompanied by a ticketed adult. All guests pass through magnetometers upon entry.The Mansion is closed on state holidays and during official functions.ACCESSIBILITYThe Mansion is fully ADA Title II compliant. If your group requires special accommodations, contact the House Manager at 217-782-6450 or igmtours@illinois.gov at least one week before your visit.PARKINGFree street parking is available on 4th & 5th streets. Meters are not active. Posted time limits are enforced by the city of Springfield. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/springfield/work-people-art-exhibit-art-talk/100001991110342634 - **Event Categories**: art, exhibitions, holiday - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes - Location: Illinois Governor's Mansion - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Springfield - **state**: IL - **country**: United States - **location**: Illinois Governor's Mansion - **lat**: 39.7963549 - **long**: -89.6500947 - **full address**: Illinois Governor's Mansion, 410 East Jackson Street, Springfield, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Work, People, Art: Exhibit Art Talk - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/9c9375042b3645477ed2a1597a2f18b3e352f1597b12e15b1b6cd7a02315f684-rimg-w360-h451-dcffffff-gmir.jpg?v=1781291165 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Work, People, Art: Exhibit Art Talk being held? - **A:** Work, People, Art: Exhibit Art Talk takes place on Wed, 29 Jul, 2026 at 05:00 pm to Wed, 29 Jul, 2026 at 06:30 pm at Illinois Governor's Mansion, 410 East Jackson Street, Springfield, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Work, People, Art: Exhibit Art Talk? - **A:** Work, People, Art: Exhibit Art Talk is organized by Illinois Governor's Mansion. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Work, People, Art: Exhibit Art Talk is ideal for art lovers, trade professionals, collectors, and exhibition enthusiasts exploring the latest in their field. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Springfield, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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