Maps are available in the gallery. The Block Gallery has no exhibitions scheduled for summer 1997. The art of the late Henry Simon of Evanston traces a path through the most important cultural, social and political developments of the 20th century. This display of more than 100 of Simon's paintings, prints, and photographs, organized by the Block Gallery, celebrates the development of Simon's art and presents the work of one of Chicago's most versatile artists. The gallery is open from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily unless otherwise noted.
Admission is free.
The Dittmar Memorial Gallery opened in 1972 to enhance the mission of Northwestern University by utilizing visual art as a vehicle for transmitting culture. The gallery currently places emphasis on ethnic cultural art, art by emerging artists, and art by or about women, as well as artwork by Northwestern University undergraduate and graduate art students. These exhibitions provide an opportunity for the public to view the best work of the department of art theory and practice's second year graduate candidates in painting. These painters have reached a high level of professionalism in their field. The Master of Fine Arts Thesis Exhibitions open with paintings and drawings by Sue Scott, May 20 through May 22 with an opening reception from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday, May 22.