Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago

Where is THE place to see art in the U.S.? TimeOut Group included us on this list of places to add more art to your Summer. We hope to see you soon! https://mca.social/46ml4aY

"I believe our number one job right now is to create conditions that bridge cultural differences and different perspectives. I think art does that automatically just by virtue of being an object that you look at." —Madeleine Grynsztejn, Pritzker Director of the MCA speaks with Town & Country Magazine. https://mca.social/3xXktzK

"The best art is always a rebellion." Read this interview between artists, Nicole Eisenman and Isaiah Davis in "Elephant" on Eisenman's latest exhibition in Paris, "with, and, of, on Sculpture." Eisenman's solo exhibition, "Nicole Eisenman: What Happened" is currently on view until September 22 at the MCA. https://mca.social/4d7QdBz

"Ms. Eisenman’s work is, if not a refreshing breeze, at least a needed thunderstorm." Read this review of "Nicole Eisenman: What Happened" in The Wall Street Journal, and make plans to see it in person! https://mca.social/3YgkwRA 📸Circle and Members’ Preview Reception for "Nicole Eisenman: What Happened." Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago. April 5, 2024. Photos: Jeremy Lawson Photography.

Membership at the MCA isn't simply about discounts—it's about belonging to a community that supports living artists and their work. https://mca.social/3Oq9939 All members gain access to: Free, unlimited admission to the museum and special exhibitions. Invitations to Members’ Previews for you and a guest. Free programs, talks, and tours. Member News emails with insider-only updates. Access to priority Fast Pass line for our Tuesdays on the Terrace summer music series. Generous discounts. Join the MCA Today!

Here's your weekend round-up at the MCA 👇: Saturday, 7/20 | 2–3:30 pm - How can everyday objects become art? Artist Willie Cole discusses his practice in this engaging Talk with Associate Curator Jadine Collingwood. https://lnkd.in/gXmdKPeP Sunday, 7/21 | 2–3:30 pm - Learn more about music legend, Alice Coltrane from her daughter, Michelle Coltrane, and Grammy® Nominated Harpist x Composer, Brandee Younger. https://lnkd.in/guwxHqmB

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Four years ago today we opened, "Alien vs. Citizen." Inspired by conversations about the visas awarded to "aliens of extraordinary ability" and other merit-based immigration policies, "Alien vs. Citizen" considered how an individual's value is understood in relationship to the community. The exhibition asks us to think about the way a person's value is determined in the United States, through mechanisms including citizenship, work, and personal relationships. The artworks are organized around these three ways of estimating worth, inviting us to consider the cultural biases embedded in each. The exhibition was organized by former Interim Senior Curator January Parkos Arnall. A full list of artists included in this exhibition can be found on our website.

Alice Coltrane changed the world. Her pioneering practice left its mark in music history, with her innovative style incorporating both gospel and jazz, leading to iconic works like "Journey in Satchidananda" (one of Rolling Stone’s 500 greatest albums). Once a profound musician, beloved spiritual leader, and pragmatic businesswoman, Alice Coltrane is now remembered as a deeply giving human, known for her emphasis on charity work, education, and spiritual guidance. Join us on July 21 with vocalist, Michelle Coltraine, daughter of Alice Coltrane, and harpist Brandee Younger for "An Oral History of Alice Coltrane." Part conversation, part performance, the event features oral histories and biographical stories of Alice Coltrane interwoven with performances and demonstrations from Brandee Younger, bringing the stories to life. https://mca.social/3RGvtYN

"Jaramillo’s primary political concern is not yoked to any particular class or identity, but to earth in its totality.”—Art historian Matthew Jeffrey Abrams in the exhibition catalog for "Virginia Jaramillo: Principle of Equivalence." Plan your visit today to see this large-scale, abstract exhibition today! https://lnkd.in/gzKG_DNm