South Side Community Art Center

We hope you'll join us for a robust round of programs for EXPO CHICAGO ART WEEK! As part of South Side Night during EXPO, Paul Branton, artist and curator of SSCAC's current exhibition?Bending?Light, will facilitate an artist talk with the exhibiting artists of SSCAC's current exhibition?Bending?Light,?detailing the exhibition’s themes and subject matter as it relates to explorations of color and identity. As the official start of EXPO ART WEEK, South Side Night features exhibitions, tours, talks, and performances. Visitors are encouraged to explore the many galleries, museums, and exhibition spaces in this dynamic community for arts and culture. RSVP HERE: https://lnkd.in/gDCPBjUm We're also thrilled to host filmmakers Rachel Gadson and Briana Clearly for rotational film screenings as part of?Art After Hours Powered by Gertie, for EXPO art week! Sponsored by Arete Wealth & Masterworks, AAH takes place from 5-8 pm on Friday, April 12 during EXPO ART WEEK and offers extended hours at over 45 galleries and creative spaces throughout the city of Chicago. With a myriad of exciting events unfolding throughout the evening! RSVP HERE: https://lnkd.in/gp5VvupM

The South Side Community Art Center is fueled by the community. It is our heartbeat and we are looking for vibrant talent that delights in engaging, educating, and connecting more lives in the community to the legacy and future?of African American art and artists! Is this you? We are seeking a full-time?Public?Programs and?Engagement?Manager - someone who is passionate about developing?and leading creative,?meaningful programs for adults, families, and audiences across generations. Apply today at the link below! ?? https://lnkd.in/gZPz-E6X

SSCAC WILL BE CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC FOR OUR ANNUAL HOLIDAY BREAK FROM DECEMBER 22 - JANUARY 5, 2024. In the meantime, read our end of year message from SSCAC ED Monique Brinkman-Hill and see a recap of SSCAC's year!! "The first thing that comes to mind as I reflect on 2023 is the enormous sense of Gratitude that I have. I am grateful to everyone who joined us this year. You represent the South Side Community Art Centers’ Village! However you chose to participate and engage with us I want to say Thank you for being a part of the South Side Community Art Center’s Family. I want to especially thank the SSCAC (South Side Community Art Center) Team for making this year possible and for all your hard work. Thanks to zakkiyyah najeebah dumas-o'neal, our Public Engagement and Programs Manager; Marti Worrell, Membership and Volunteer Manager; Jeneca Onikoyi, Executive Assistant and Operations Manager; Lamar Gayles, Archives and Collections Manager; Lola Ogbara, Curator and Exhibitions Manager and Lennell Davis, Facilities Manager and Videographer. I am grateful to our Board of Directors who have been the cornerstone of our organization. We could not have done it without the generous financial support of our funders, donors, and people just like you who made donations of every size. If you would like to support us with a donation, please visit our website. From the bottom of my heart *Thank You All!* Wishing for you and yours Joy, Peace, and Good Health as we end the year and look forward to the New Year." Monique Brinkman-Hill, Executive Director https://lnkd.in/gnHHWcuH