Something for Everyone
Gibran Villalobos talks about the ways that the MCA reaches visitors.
Chicago
What Makes Us Different
Gerhard Bette explores what sets the MCA apart.
Moments of Truth
One of the museum’s longtime Trustees, Gerhard Bette, identifies key moments in the MCA’s history.
Take Your Time
In the summer of 2009, my girlfriend at the time had invited me to visit Chicago with her–we were living in Boston but she grew up on the northwest side–we. . . more
The Story of Stories
Video trailer for the museum's 50th anniversary MCA Stories project, containing video and images from five decades and the voices of friends, staff, and patrons.
MCA Day in Chicago
WHEREAS, the City of Chicago has long been home to involved and inspiring cultural repositories dedicated to exploring artistry and redefining perspectives; and WHEREAS, one such institution, the Museum of. . . more
From Dream to Reality
In 1966, the MCA's founders published a booklet entitled The Reality of a Dream. The slim volume contained endorsements by Governor Kerner and Mayor Daley of the founders' plans for. . . more
The State Meets Contemporary Art
The museum's Chicago Avenue location was acquired after a three-way negotiation between the State of Illinois, the National Guard, and the MCA.