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Through February 25 (Closed 12/17/11-1/9/12)
NIU School of Art Faculty Exhibition
Two of our four gallery spaces will be filled with recent work by NIU School of Art Faculty from all the areas of Studio & Design, as well as documentation of scholarship from the divisions of Art Education and Art History. This biennial exhibition highlights the work of over fifty practicing Illinois artists who also share their love of art by teaching at the university. Programming will include a public series of artist’s scholarly lectures, informal gallery talks, demonstrations, and studio visits.
Through March 10
The New Art Examiner, “Chicago’s Independent Voice of the Visual Arts,” 1973-2002
Didactic exhibition exploring the history and significance of The New Art Examiner. Curated by Art Historian Barbara Jaffee in conjunction with the upcoming NIU Press anthology publication of essays from this pioneering arts publication.
Ongoing
The Ukrainian National Museum, 2249 W. Superior St., Chicago, IL 60612, invites you its new exhibit “From DP to DC, Displaced Persons: A story of Ukrainian Refugees in Europe 1945 - 1952” that continues through January 31, 2012.
Having survived the brutal and bloody turmoil of World War II, Ukrainian refugees found themselves in DP camps facing an uncertain future. Housed in cramped military barracks and war ravaged buildings, their sustenance was crude and dismal. Many who faced forced repatriation to the Soviet Union with the certainty of torture, exile or death, chose suicide. The Ukrainian DPs were able to overcome their circumstances and create a society out of the chaos, stability in the midst of despair and they built a strong community in the camps. These incredible people did more than survive their circumstances: they thrived by creating schools, theater groups, sports competitions and places where they could worship.
Included in the exhibit are artifacts, documents and photographs from the archives of the Ukrainian National Museum as well as items on loan from refugees of the DP Camps of the 1940’s and 50’s. Interactive aspects of the exhibit will allow surviving DPs to continue to share their stories and add to the exhibit.
Event Sponsors: The Heritage Foundation of First Security Federal Savings Bank and The Selfreliance Foundation of Selfreliance Ukrainian American Federal Credit Union.
Ukrainian National Museum, (312) 421-8020 www.ukrainiannationalmuseum.org
info@UkrainianNationalMuseum.org
Regular Hours: Thursday - Sunday, 11 am to 4 pm. Regular Admission: Adults $5.00, Children under 12 - Free. Free parking adjacent to museum. Please contact the museum to schedule group tours.
Jan. 14 - Feb. 18, 2012, Photography 2012: A Moment in Time Gallery I & II, Bloomingdale PArk District Museum
Attendance is a must for all photography enthusiasts for the Bloomingdale Park District Museum's 2012 photography exhibit, "A Moment in Time."
There is a complimentary reception 4 to 8 p.m., Jan. 20. The Museum is located in Old Town Bloomingdale at 108 S. Bloomingdale Road.
Admission is $1 for residents; $2 for non-residents and $.50 for seniors 62+. The Museum is open only during exhibits. Hours for exhibits are Wednesdays, 4-8 p.m.; Thursdays and Fridays, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; and Saturdays, noon to 4 p.m.
For those wishing to display works at the show, call (630) 539-3096 for a prospectus (pdf) or email bpdmuseum@bloomingdaleparks.org. Curators are Diane Duffy, Marjorie Reichart and John Tuleweit.
January through March 15
Southern Illinois Art & Artisans Center, Whittington
Creative Visions through March 15, 2012. The Southern Art & Artisans Center presents the work of several Illinois Artisans from multiple art media. this exhibition features glass makers ceramics, woodworkers, jewelers, painters, print makers sculptors, basket makers and fiber artists. Pictured is turned wood vessel by Joe Landon.
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Winter Gathering
Participate in a traditional Native American Winter Gathering. Enjoy a variety of activities and demonstrations, including storytelling, music, group games and dances, doll making, and beading. Celebrate a special dedication to Dorothy Lakota and witness other traditional ceremonies.
Date: January 21, 2012
Day: Saturday Time: 1:00-5:00pm
Fee: Free Age: All Ages
Location: Dickson Mounds Museum, 10956 N. Dickson Mounds Rd., Lewistown, IL
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Celebrated artist presents “The Civil War in General” at Naper Settlement, Naperville
Commemorate the sesquicentennial of the Civil War (1861-1865) when celebrated artist and history enthusiast Jim Weren presents, "The Civil War in General," from 7 to 8:15 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 24 at Naper Settlement’s Pre-Emption House Visitor Center, 523 S. Webster St., Naperville. Using his illustrations as a centerpiece, Weren provides an intriguing look at the unique and colorful group of men who commanded the battlefields of the American Civil War. Admission is free. This program is made possible in part by a grant from the Illinois Humanities Council, the National Endowment for the Humanities, and the Illinois General Assembly.
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Espionage: A Cold War Weapon, 7:00 p.m. FREE
Special evening event! Chicago area resident Werner Juretzko is a former G-2 U.S. Army Intelligence Operative who conducted authorized undercover espionage missions during the Cold War. In 1955, he was apprehended by the notorious East German secret police. Hear the story of Juretzko’s missions behind the Iron Curtain and the six years he spent as a prisoner in the infamous torture chambers beneath Berlin. NOTE: The Museum will be open for curator tours after the program. Elmhurst Historical Museum Education Center, 120 E. Park Ave., Elmhurst, 630-833-1457, www.elmhursthistory.org.
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Ready or Not: Preparing for Severe Weather & Disasters, Carrol C. Hall Science Series for Middle School Students, Illinois State Museum
1:00 to 3:00 pm, students in grades 6-8, Free with registration
Do you know what to do during a tornado? Is your family prepared to survive for days after a natural disaster? Eddy Weiss, disaster preparedness expert, will teach you what to do in such an emergency. Learn about tornadoes, severe weather patterns, climate change, preparing for an emergency, natural disasters, and more through an interactive presentation followed by hands-on learning activities. This activity is free with registration. Students must register by Tuesday, January 24. Contact Elizabeth Bazan at ebazan@museum.state.il.us or (217) 782-5993 for registration information.
February
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Scouting In America Exhibit at the Joliet Area Historical Museum, 204 N. Ottawa St., Joliet, IL 60432, February 1 - June 3, 2012
Trustworthy. Loyal. Courteous. Obedient. Since 1910 Boy Scouts all over the world have been living by these words while pledging to serve their country, God, selves, and most importantly, to all of the individuals they see throughout their daily lives. Through participation in communal activities and retreats, Scouts strive to keep themselves physically strong as well as mentally aware and morally sound while embarking on their quest to reach the honorable rank of Eagle Scout. As a token of appreciation to those who have fulfilled their scouting duties, the Museum, along with the Girl & Boy Scout communities, will provide a glimpse into the history of scouting through a temporary exhibit from.
Be Prepared!
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February 2 through March 23, Koehnline Museum of Art at Oakton Community College presents Two Plus Two = Jackson, Owens, Williams, and Wheatley.
Public Reception: Thursday, Feb. 2, 5:00-8:00pm.
Four Chicago-based artists present an expansive range of art in this exhibition. Preston Jackson, professor of sculpture at the School of the Art Institute, delves into the nation's past through depictions of well-known and less familiar figures who played an important role in our history. Joyce Owens, curator of the galleries Program at Chicago State University where she also teaches painting and drawing, is a figurative painter who addresses issues of race using found and traditional materials. Bernard Williams, who taught at the School of the Art Institute of chicago from 1991-2003, prduces large scale installations and public art pieces that grow from his continuing examination of American and workd history and cultures. Rhonda Wheatley focuses on language, the written word, and the often illusive act of trying to understand and translate one's feelings into words.
The Museum is located at 1600 E. Golf Road, Des Plaines, IL 60016. Hours are M-F 10am - 6pm, Sat. 11am - 4pm. More info at www.oakton.edu/museum.
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Eagle Day Festival , Dickson Mounds Museum, 10956 N. Dickson Mounds Rd., Lewistown
Join us! Activities include art and poetry competitions, craft activities for kids, a scavenger hunt, live raptor program, and bird watching opportunities. Activities will be held at the Museum and in various locations in Lewistown and Havana. This program is sponsored by Dickson Mounds Museum, Emiquon Audubon Society, Fulton County Arts Council, Lewistown Chamber of Commerce, Havana Public Library, Havana Chamber of Commerce, Mason County Arts Council, The Nature Conservancy, and US Fish and Wildlife Services. Image from Jim Miller.
Date: Saturday, February 11, 2012
Time: 10:00am-4:00pm
Fee: Free Age: All Ages
Location: Dickson Mounds Museum and the cities of Lewistown and Havana
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Movies of the Cold War Era, Elmhurst Public Library, 125 S. Prospect Avenue, 6:30 p.m. FREE
Elmhurst Historical Museum and the Elmhurst Public Library present a film screening and discussion at the Library with Professor Ron Falzone, an award-winning screenwriter and senior faculty member at Columbia College Chicago’s film department. Participants will watch the noted Cold War movie, “The Woman on Pier 13,” (starring Laraine Day, Robert Ryan and John Agar), a chilling film noir depiction of what happens when paranoia and propaganda meet. Professor Falzone will lead a discussion following the film. Registration required, call Elmhurst Public Library at (630) 279-8696.
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Discover Engineering Saturday, February 18; 11:00 a.m.– 3:30 p.m. at the Lake County Discovery Museum in Wauconda.
Calling all kids who like to tinker! Join Discovery Center Museum as we kick-off National Engineers Week! Meet real engineers, enjoy amazing physics demos, take part in many hands-on challenges, and make some career connections. Special workshops for scouts are also available with advance reservations. Included with Museum admission. Sponsored by the Illinois Society of Professional Engineers.
Learn more at www.discoverycentermuseum.org.
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Oldest Chicago
Author David Witter will highlight dozens of the oldest local treasures in Chicago and suburban and exurban areas. Remarkable for having survived demolition and extinction for decades, these beloved landmarks have also helped define our city's landscape, offering continuity and civic identity across generations. 7pm, free of charge, at the Worth Park District Terrace Centre, 11500 S. Beloit, Worth, IL 60482
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Celebrate Cultural Diversity Family Event at the Illinois State Museum Springfield
502 S. Spring, 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Free and Open to the Public
Join us for a celebration of Illinois' cultural diversity. Learn about the heritage and traditions of various world cultures through hands-on crafts, international displays, live performances, and more. For more information, contact Elizabeth Bazan at ebazan@museum.state.il.us or (217) 782-5993. This event is sponsored by Bank of Springfield.
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Jr. Collector’s Day at the Illinois State Museum, Springfield
1:00 to 3:00 p.m. Free and Open to the Public
Explore the collections of area children and teens. Collections include rocks and minerals, coins, toys, and more. Children between the ages of 8 and 15 years old can display a collection and meet other young collectors. There is no fee, but registration is required. Contact Nina Walthall at walthall@museum.state.il.us or (217) 782-0061.
Bubble Festival, Lake County Discovery Museum, Wauconda
Shows: 9:00 a.m.; 10:30 a.m.; 12:00 p.m.; 1:30 p.m.; 2:30 p.m.; 3:30 p.m.
Discovery Center celebrates National Bubble Week with bubble celebrity Geoffrey Akins’ live performances and sudsy science fun. After the show, test your own soapy skills with bubble art and activities for the whole family in the Bubble-Palooza Playground. Advance Tickets: $4 Public; $3 Members; At the Door: $5 Public; $4 Members. Advance tickets go on sale January 9. Museum admission is extra. Sponsored by Alpine Bank.
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