Slicing Up the Museum
Gordon Matta-Clark's project to slice through the museum "like an orange" took place in the bitter cold of a Chicago winter.
Gordon Matta-Clark’s Last Big Project
Dorie Sternberg remembers Gordon Matta-Clark's MCA exhibition, the last project he undertook before his death from pancreatic cancer in 1978.
Free from All Rules
Magdalena Abakanowicz, the subject of a 1982 MCA exhibition, talks about the inspiration for her work.
Early Bets and Bully Pulpits
Bringing in emerging artists, such as Wu Tsang or Ellen Berkenblit, makes the museum a driver of discourse.
“Controversies” at the MCA
From the beginning of its history, the MCA has shown art that has taken risks, and occasionally has engendered controversy. The controversies tend to be of two types: people are. . . more
Dangerous Exhibitions
Prioritizing the artist's intent comes with some interesting side effects.
A Unique Typeface
Armand Mevis & Linda van Deursen explain how the unique MCA typeface was formed.
Art and Life
Omar Kholeif talks about the overlap of his life and art at the MCA.
TCA Gets Political
After the 2016 election, the Teen Creative Agency used the MCA as a platform for unheard voices.
Exploring Possibilities
Kerry James Marshall recalls the opportunity that his first solo exhibition at the MCA afforded him.
How the MCA Got the New Site
Helyn Goldenberg dreams big and wheels and deals to secure the Armory site for the museum's new building.
The MCA’s 5th Birthday
The rain held off and thousands of people came for hot dogs and beer.
The Many Dimensions of Mastry
Martin H. Nesbitt reflects on the growth of his artistic and personal relationships.
“I Want My Money Back!”
Dan Flavin's first museum exhibition, now legendary, provoked mixed responses at the time.
Touch the Art
The museum worked with Chicago Works artist Andrew Yang to develop the first of its artist-led touch tours.
The Tables Have Turned
Naomi Beckwith recalls a memorable installation.