10 Art Shows to See in Chicago This Fall
Jill Mulleady's uncannily familiar scenes, Kate Hefferan's secret magic, the critical role of printed matter in prisons, a moving photographic tribute to Emmett Till, and more.
Chicago, often referred to as an October city, continues to showcase its vibrant art scene during the fall months. Despite challenges like labor changes and weather shifts, the city's art institutions are fostering connections, reflections, and imagination. Exhibitions such as Prison Papers: Organizing Inside/Outside Solidarity at Walls Turned Sideways, Rashid Johnson's A Poem for Deep Thinkers, and Karla Wong's Journeys of Being at Intuit Art Museum highlight the resilience of the Chicago art community.
These shows offer a diverse range of themes, from addressing systemic injustice and exploring heritage to presenting hopeful visions of a future unburdened by historical trauma.
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