May 1 – October 31, 2024 Pop-up exhibit at Navy Pier, 600 E Grand Chicago is the birthplace of House music. House evolved through the early 1980s and brought together Chicagoans of different races, ages, cultures, and orientations like no other medium of that day. House music was conceived and perfected in bedrooms and basements of Black and Latino youth on Chicago’s South and West Sides. This pop-up exhibition is being presented at Navy Pier (600 E Grand Ave) in partnership The Vintage House Show Collective. Learn more
May 3 – June 2, 2024 Exhibit at DMoC, 72 E Randolph
From fundamentals like line, shape, and color to intangibles like communication, creative problem-solving, and risk-taking, the cross-pollination of art and design is undeniable. We’re thrilled to partner with the Chicago Public Schools Department of Arts Education again this year to offer recognition to hundreds of hard-working student artists from across the city.
The exhibition will take place at the Design Museum as well as virtually on cpsallcityvisualarts.org.
Tuesday, June 11, 2024, 6:00–9:00 PM Event at SECRIST | BEACH, 1801 W Hubbard
Join us for a NeoCon after party at the stunning new venue of Secrist Beach, graciously hosted by the Design Museum of Chicago. Let's raise a toast to another triumphant year of visionary international design and extend a warm welcome to the recipients of the Designing a Better Chicago awards, an impactful program by NeoCon and the Driehaus Foundation.
Indulge in delectable light bites courtesy of Chicago's culinary gem, Beatrix, and enjoy refreshing beverages provided by Liquid Death.
May 9 – 29, 2024 Atrium Gallery exhibit at DMoC, 72 E Randolph
Inspired by the DMoC series Great Ideas of Humanity, this juried exhibition invites designers to take a “great idea” or inspirational quote and create a visual poster as a response. These posters can’t advertise products, but should instead highlight a message — making the world a better place through thoughtful design. This show is an extension this series, intended for rising designers rather than established professionals. Many thanks to our printing sponsor, Chicago Event Graphics!
We are seeking partners to help us launch our 2nd annual Field Day — an approachable and surprising celebration of Chicago’s outdoor spaces through a design lens. The event brings together thousands of Chicagoans to celebrate our environment, culture, and outdoor public spaces. (Image above: Go For It, Matthew Hoffman)
Interested? Reach out to Juan Pablo Neira-Solano (Development Director) at juan@designchicago.org.
May 3 – June 17, 2024 Vault Gallery exhibit at DMoC, 72 E Randolph
DMoC is pleased to announce dreamscapes, a special exhibit in the Vault Gallery that opens May 3rd in coordination with the CPS All-City Visual Arts Exhibitions. Enjoy this pop-up exhibit featuring Sean Karemaker (artist), Elise Lane (composer), and Bill Bartolotta (prose and voice).
Beginning May 10, 2024 Pop-up furniture exhibit at DMoC, 72 E Randolph
Experience the artistry and intimacy of the Paper collection from Zachary A. Design. These pieces are like a love letter, with every mark, fold, and crease on the surface telling a story. The artist's hand is evident in each piece, creating a sense of history and timelessness. Each item starts as a sketch, brought to life through the art of folding and casting. The crumpled form of the drawing becomes the mold, allowing the marks to become a permanent part of the finished product. The Paper collection is a breathtaking display of how a drawing can be transformed into a functional object in three-dimensional space.
Help keep the Design Museum free and open to the public by becoming a member of the Design Network! This new membership program connects you to a community that loves design, rewards you with goodies, and invites you to exclusive events and opportunities. Whether you subscribe yourself, or give the gift of membership to a friend, family, or student you know, every membership comes with great perks, including:
Opportunities for members to showcase design work
Members-only events and experiences
Free Design Museum swag at select events
10% discount in the DMoC store
Discounts from our friends and partners
1% of membership dues create new scholarships for Chicago Public Schools students
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