Evanston Art Center
1717 Central Street, Evanston, IL 60201
Galleries
The Evanston Art Center offers extensive and innovative instruction in broad areas of artistic endeavor through classes, exhibitions, interactive arts activities.
Dedicated to fostering the appreciation and expression of the arts among diverse audiences, the Evanston Art Center offers extensive and innovative instruction in broad areas of artistic endeavor through classes, exhibitions, interactive arts activities, and community outreach. The exhibit galleries feature contemporary artworks by emerging and established artists. The galleries are free and open to the public seven days a week. Docent led tours are offered for individuals or groups, exhibiting artists’ talks, interviews with curators and exhibition opening receptions also take place. A wide variety of art classes in multiple disciplines are offered for all ages.
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Evanston Plein Air Festival
Various Locations in Evanston • Jul 16 – Jul 20
Art meets nature and architecture during Evanston Made's Plein Air Festival. Experience this citywide art festival with painting demonstrations, parties and an art market.
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Evanston Folk Festival
Dawes Park • Sep 06 – Sep 07
Enjoy a celebration of the rich folk music tradition at Evanston Folk Festival, held at the picturesque Dawes Park along Lake Michigan.
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