Sip on a glass of wine and enjoy a guided tour of our new exhibit, Pop Stars!. Learn all about contemporary art and the artists behind the work. Meet in the Gallery 5 + 6 on the 2nd Floor. Tour starts at 5:00pm and is free and open to the public RSVP via Eventbrite here.

21c Chicago is on a mission to discover the Art of Mixology. Partnering with Unmuddled Bartending, together they are hosting a cocktail class where you'll learn how to shake up and stir a few different cocktails to impress your family and friends with at the next gathering. RSVP and buy your ticket via Eventbrite here. …
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Sip on a glass of wine and enjoy a guided tour of our new exhibit, Pop Stars!. Learn all about contemporary art and the artists behind the work. Meet in the Gallery 5 + 6 on the 2nd Floor. Tour starts at 5:00pm and is free and open to the public RSVP via Eventbrite here.

Attn: Live music lovers! This month, we’re bringing another SoFar Sounds show to YOU! ICYMI, they transform everyday spaces into captivating venues for secret, live music shows. Expect three local and diverse artists, great vibes, and a whole lot of magic– get your tickets here. Use promo code SOFARSPACES15 for 15% off the show. Located …
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Jazz Jam Session Tuesday, September 13, 7-10pm RSVP here Free and open to the public. 21c’s Jazz Jam Sessions continue bimonthly! Jazz jam sessions have long been the place where musicians gather to connect and perform together while honing their skills. The Matt Jarosch Quintet will kick off the night with a 30 minute set before …
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Join internationally renowned fashion photographer Nigel Barker as he takes you behind the lens discussing his career from America’s Next Top Model, photographing celebrity magazine covers to advertising campaigns.  The event will showcase his greatest work and include a masterclass and photo walk of downtown Chicago. Nigel will share decades of experience photographing the fashion …
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Sip on a glass of wine and enjoy a guided tour of our current exhibit, Pop Stars!. Learn all about contemporary art and the artists behind the work. Meet in Gallery 5 + 6 on the 2nd Floor. Tour starts at 5:00pm and is free and open to the public RSVP via Eventbrite here.

Join 21c and Brendan Fernandes for an immersive museum program featuring an artist talk, performance, book signing, and dance party! The night will commence with a conversation between Fernandes, 21c Chicago Creative Ambassador, Nigel Barker. Immediately following will be a special performance of Révérence performed by Joffrey Academy Dancers alongside a book signing of Fernandes’ …
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Sip on a glass of wine and enjoy a guided tour of our current exhibit, Pop Stars!. Learn all about contemporary art and the artists behind the work. Meet in Gallery 5 + 6 on the 2nd Floor. Tour starts at 5:00pm and is free and open to the public RSVP via Eventbrite here.

Throughout the month of November, 21c Chicago will screen films by artists whose work is currently on view as part of and highlights a trope within 21c’s current exhibition, Pop Stars!. Friday, November 4th: The first feature film, Nowhere Boy, is a 2009 British biographical drama film directed by Sam Taylor-Johnson in her directorial debut. Photographer …
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