Not A Typical Field Trip Marissa Reyes Students at Chicago Public Schools experience the MCA through the lens of artist-led tours, introducing new perspectives and conversations. Artists Education Staff Visitors Youth
Amplifying the Chicago Flavor Michael Darling Michael Darling discusses the importance of exhibiting and collecting work by Chicago artists. Artists Chicago Exhibitions Staff Visitors
More than Just a Museum Madeleine Grynsztejn Now more than ever, museums are shared spaces for people to come together, interact, and connect. Community Directors Visitors
Wall to Wall Stephanie Morgan Cups of pretzels, beer, and masses of people were staples of the earliest exhibition openings at the MCA's original building. Events Ontario Street Parties Staff Visitors
More than Just a Card Lisa Key Membership at the MCA is more than just free admission. Chicago Community Staff Visitors
Chicago Art Goes International Rhona Hoffman A trip to Documenta in 1982 shows Chicago collectors and museum-goers a bit more of the international art world. 1980s Artists Collectors Global Visitors
Wrapped Up in the Moment Mary E. Ittelson Christo wrapped the museum, and a couple found a new use for the installation. 1960s Christo Controversies Visitors
Making the Mobiles Move Daryl Gerber Stokols Alexander Calder has some hands-on fun with his mobiles. 1970s Artists Visitors