Celebrate this year’s Black History Month theme of “African Americans and the Arts.” Through hands-on, family-friendly activities, explore the history and contributions of Black Chicagoans to the city’s vibrant arts scene. Fun for all ages!

Included with general admission.

Schedule

10:00 a.m.–2:30 p.m. – On Display
Chicago’s Black History Heroes Scavenger Hunt

10:00 a.m.–2:30 p.m. – Maker Space
Get inspired by African American history and art, then create some art of your own!

10:30–10:50 a.m. – Storytime with Ms. Lori
Join youth educator Lori Bibbs for an inspirational African American arts story-time session, then visit the Artmaker Space to create some art of your own!

11:00–11:30 a.m. – Hands-on History: Printing with Purpose
Sit in on a printmaking session with teaching artist Jomo Cheatham and learn about some of Chicago’s African American printmakers!

12:00–12:20 p.m. – Storytime with Ms. Lori
Join youth educator Lori Bibbs for an inspirational African American arts story-time session then visit the Artmaker Space to create some art of your own!

12:30–1:00 p.m. – Hands-on History: Printing with Purpose
Sit in on a printmaking session with teaching artist Jomo Cheatham and learn about some of Chicago’s African American printmakers!