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October 18, 2023
The Museum of Contemporary Photography at Columbia College Chicago (MoCP) presents “LOVE: Still Not the Lesser” on view until December 22, 2023.
February 2, 2023
Grants are expected to range from $10,000 to $250,000
February 2, 2023
Money will be distributed two ways, including via a new Chicago Arts Recovery Program with applications now open.
October 3, 2022
When the COVID-19 lockdown hit in March 2020, Chicago’s artistic productions were abruptly placed on hold. Now more than two years later, theater companies are evaluating a path forward with an audience that has new expectations.
August 3, 2022
Funding for the CityArts Program increased by 280% in 2022, climbing from $1.7 million in 2021 to $6.5 million, according to a news release. The awards follow the announcement that $26 million will be provided in new arts and culture investments as part of the city’s 2022 budget.
January 12, 2021
Ashlee Rezin Garcia/Sun-Times As Chicago’s art scene continues to weather unprecedented hardship during the pandemic, the city plans to fund major public art projects in neighborhoods disproportionately impacted by COVID-19. A $750,000 Artist Response Program was announced Monday by Mayor Lori Lightfoot and the Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events, as part of a $2.5 million effort to fund Chicago artists and arts organizations. The Artist Response Program will support art...
January 11, 2021
Here are the latest updates on the coronavirus in the Chicago area and the rest of Illinois.
January 11, 2021
The Artist Response Program is part of an overall $2.5 million in artist commissions and grant opportunities. Applications are now open.