Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago

Today at the MCA! Join us for a free screening of a short documentary that reveals the motivations behind the D.Daskalopoulos Collection Gift (2022). https://mca.social/4dhp4eA Featuring art by some of the most influential artists of the postwar period and interviews with Dimitris Daskalopoulos, collector; Naomi Beckwith, Deputy Director and Chief Curator of the Guggenheim; and Madeleine Grynsztejn, MCA Pritzker Director, the documentary explains how the innovative collaboration facilitates a close exchange of curatorial ideas and technical knowledge. Directed by the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum Run time: approximately 10 minutes (looping)

Newcity has named Edgar Arceneaux's "Until, Until, Until . . ." a must-see performance! This week only—join us from October 17–19 to experience this award-winning show. Tickets & info: https://lnkd.in/gaVYkfJF #MCAChicago #EdgarArceneaux #UntilUntilUntil

"And the always-compelling Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago had its own diverse lineup, including a survey of Arthur Jafa’s work from the past decade." Did you make it out to Chicago Exhibition Weekend? The Observer recounted the 4-day celebration of Chicago's cultural cachet. https://bit.ly/3zZSD6E

??Ready to awaken the inner artist in your little ones? https://lnkd.in/dCPgAUzp MCA Family Days are back starting October 12! Bring your family to explore, create, and redefine art. Join us every second Saturday of the month through May 2025 for free entry and a day full of interactive fun. For more details and free registration, click the link! https://lnkd.in/dCPgAUzp #MCAChicago

"I chose this work because it changed my life. It challenges the viewer to think and act differently about race, their own especially."— Multimedia artist, Sam Durant, speaks with CULTURED Magazine on political art that has left a mark. Adrian Piper's, "Cornered," resides in the MCA collection, as well as Durant's, "Partially Buried 1960s/70s Dystopia Revealed (Mick Jagger at Altamont) & Utopia Reflected (Wavy Gravy at Woodstock)." https://bit.ly/4dI3tfv

"Creativity helps us realize that we don't have to understand everything. We can enjoy something -feel it and use it- without ever fully comprehending it." Trailblazing artist, Faith Ringgold, was born on this day. Celebrate her memory with us by looking back on the her first comprehensive retrospective, "Faith Ringgold: American People," which opened at the MCA on November 18, 2023. Her works detailing the complexity of race and gender in the United States and radical social change from the civil rights movement are still relevant to this day. #FaithRiggold

"We believe strongly that having a bilingual aspect to our work encourages everyone to visit and have an extraordinary experience at the museum." MCA Deputy Director and COO Gwendolyn Perry Davis appeared on Adelante Chicago to discuss our commitment to being an inclusive institution. Visit our website to learn more! https://bit.ly/3Y95oFs

?? It's Customer Service Appreciation Week at the MCA! This week, we're shining a spotlight on the incredible team behind the scenes who make every visit unforgettable. From warm greetings to answering questions with a smile, our staff goes above and beyond to ensure every visitor feels valued and welcomed. We appreciate you today and every day. ?? Thank you for your dedication and hard work! #MCAChicago #CustomerServiceAppreciation

Are you celebrating Chicago Exhibition Weekend? WBEZ Chicago sat down with the founder of "Gertie," Abby Pucker, and chatted about her approach to cultural organizing.

Join us for a dynamic and in-depth conversation between artist Sarah Sze and the MCA’s Pritzker Director Madeleine Grynsztejn, and the presentation of the 2024 Arts Philanthropy Awards honoring BMO Bank N.A. for its support of arts education in Chicago, with Darrel Hackett, President and Chief Executive Officer, accepting the award on behalf of the bank. The 2024 Arts Philanthropy Awards also honor Darrel Hackett and MCA Trustee Nickol Hackett for their generous philanthropy in Chicago. King Harris, the event co-chair, is pleased to partner with the MCA’s Women’s Board to support and host this gathering. https://lnkd.in/gsJFH4Xv