Moments of Truth Gerhard Bette One of the museum’s longtime Trustees, Gerhard Bette, identifies key moments in the MCA’s history. Building Chicago Renovation
A Park on the Ceiling Ana Paula Ruiz Galindo, Mecky Reuss The founders of Pedro y Juana discuss their inspiration for the Commons, a new public space in the museum. Building Chicago Avenue Renovation
Defining A Common Space Ana Paula Ruiz Galindo, Mecky Reuss The founders of Pedro y Juana talk about the challenges of creating the Commons, a new space in the MCA's redesign. Building Chicago Avenue Renovation
Museum of the New Madeleine Grynsztejn Madeleine Grynsztejn addresses the evolution of museum visitors and their expectations. Board Donors Founders Renovation Staff
Above and Beyond Michael O'Grady The MCA founders set up an institution that constantly evolves. Founders Renovation Staff
How do you create a truly public museum? Heidi Reitmaier The Commons is a platform for fostering dialogue, curiosity, and experimentation within the civic and public contexts of the city. 2010s Chicago Community Renovation Staff
Truly Cosmopolitan Michael Darling The new restaurant and theater together create a unique cultural experience. 2010s Building Renovation Staff Visitors
Changing with the Times Madeleine Grynsztejn Madeleine Grynsztejn describes how, as audiences change, the museum is changing with them. Community Directors Renovation Visitors