James Yood, lecturer, department of art theory and practice, Northwestern University will discuss Chicago's role as a center of modern art production, a subject that has rarely been closely examined. Bring your lunch. Beverages will be supplied. Local storyteller Alice Rubio will relate stories of Chicago's rich history featuring people and events that have developed the city's role as a center for creativity. This event is free and does not require advance registration.
Facilities are accessible to the disabled.
Hours are noon to 5 p.m. Tuesdays and Wednesdays, and noon to 8 p.m. Thursdays through Sundays through Dec. 8. Admission is free to the gallery. Parking permits are available from the Block Gallery for events held during weekdays between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. Parking is free after 5 p.m. and all day on weekends. For parking on weekdays, you may pick up a free parking permit at the Gallery. The Block Gallery will be closed Nov. 28 through Dec. 1 for Thanksgiving.