Exhibits & Galleries in Arlington Heights

Current exhibits, galleries, and museum shows in Arlington Heights. Art, history, science, and interactive exhibits.

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Virtual Book and Author: The Traitors Circle: The True Story of a Secret Resistance Network in Nazi Germany and the Spy Who Betrayed Them

Tue, Jun 30, 5:00 PM UTC · Illinois Holocaust Museum · 9603 Woods Drive, Skokie, IL 60077, Skokie, IL

Berlin, 1943. A group of high-society Germans gather for afternoon tea. Two countesses. A diplomat. An intelligence officer. An ambassador’s widow. A pioneering headmistress. Every one of them despise

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Tactile Art Night

In 5 days · Mon, Apr 13, 9:00 PM–11:00 PM UTC · Merlo · 644 W. Belmont Ave., Chicago, IL

On select Mondays, de-stress and exercise your creative side by experimenting with tactile art supplies. We’ll provide materials such as finger paint, polymer clay and scratch art. We’ll also play soothing music to help you recharge for the rest of your week. For teens in grades 7 through 12....

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The Art of Paper Magic: Origami for Everyone

In 3 weeks · Sat, May 2, 3:00 PM–5:00 PM UTC · Near North · 310 W. Division St., Chicago, IL

Get ready to unleash your creativity with the magical art of origami! If you’ve ever wanted to fold up a cute animal, a mighty dinosaur, beautiful blooms or decorative boxes, this is your chance to dive in. Whether you're an adult or a child (7+), this fun and fascinating activity lets you...

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Calendar & News

Sat, May 23, 5:00 AM UTC · Lizzadromuseum · 1220 Kensington Road, Oak Brook, IL, Oak Brook, IL

Newsletter | Calendar of Events Spring 2026 Download our Newsletter Here Calendar of Events 28 28.March Cancelled: West Suburban Lapidary Club Meeting https://lizzadromuseum.org/event/west-suburban-la

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Mindworks: The Science of Thinking

Mindworks: The Science of Thinking · 224 S. Michigan Ave., Chicago, IL, 60604, Chicago, IL

Mindworks is the worlds first interactive discovery center and working lab dedicated to behavioral science, showcasing the research and ideas of preeminent scientists who examine...

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DANK Haus German American Cultural Center

DANK Haus German American Cultural Center · 4740 N. Western Ave., Chicago, IL, 60625, Chicago, IL

Founded in 1959, DANK stands for Deutsch Amerikanischer National Kongress. Best known as the DANK Haus, we promote German American language and culture for all...

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Teen Craft: Fuse Bead Art

In 6 days · Tue, Apr 14, 8:30 PM–9:30 PM UTC · Little Italy · 1336 W. Taylor St., Chicago, IL · Ages 10–17

Create your own Fuse/Perler bead creation! No matter your skill level, this is your chance to design unique pixel art that you can take home. With all the beads, colors, and tools you need, your imagination is the limit. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility...

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Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center

Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center · 9603 Woods Dr., Skokie, IL, 60077, Skokie, IL

The mission of Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center is expressed in its founding principle: “Remember the Past, Transform the Future.” The Museum is dedicated...

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Ed Paschke Art Center

Ed Paschke Art Center · 5415 W. Higgins Ave., Chicago, IL, 60630, Chicago, IL

The Ed Paschke Art Center commemorates the life and work of the legendary Ed Paschke. It preserves and provides public access to his work; serves...

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Virtual Book & Author: The Concentration Camp Brothel — Forced Sexual Labor Under Nazi Rule

In 1 week · Wed, Apr 15, 5:00 PM UTC · Illinois Holocaust Museum · 9603 Woods Drive, Skokie, IL 60077, Skokie, IL

For decades, one of the darkest chapters of Nazi persecution remained buried in silence, its victims erased twice: first by their tormentors, then by history itself.  Beginning in 1942, Heinrich Himml

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Spertus, A Center for Jewish Learning and Culture

Spertus, A Center for Jewish Learning and Culture · 610 S. Michigan Ave., Chicago, IL, 60605, Chicago, IL

The faceted glass façade of Spertus Institute’s Michigan Avenue facility offers a window into world of Jewish learning and culture. Designed by the award-winning, Chicago-based...

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Yom HaShoah Commemoration: The Unfinished History of Nazi Plunder

In 1 week · Sat, Apr 18, 1:30 AM UTC · Illinois Holocaust Museum · 9603 Woods Drive, Skokie, IL 60077, Skokie, IL

Join us for a screening of Plunderer – The Life & times of a Nazi Art Thief followed by an exclusive Q&A with featured historian Jonathan Petropoulos.  Between 1933 and 1945, the Nazis stole one-fifth

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Hairpin Arts Center

Hairpin Arts Center · 2800 N. Milwaukee Ave., Chicago, IL, 60618, Chicago, IL

The Logan Square Chamber of Arts’ mission is to establish and promote a vital arts landscape in the Logan Square area. Through partnerships, technical assistance,...

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Art Institute of Chicago

Art Institute of Chicago · 111 S. Michigan Ave., Chicago, IL, 60603, Chicago, IL

No trip to Chicago is complete without a visit to the Art Institute. Consistently rated among the worlds top museums by TripAdvisor travelers, the Art...

Virtual Book & Author : But I Live, Conversation with Editor Charlotte Schallié

In 3 weeks · Sun, May 3, 6:00 AM UTC · Illinois Holocaust Museum · 9603 Woods Drive, Skokie, IL 60077, Skokie, IL

Join the Holocaust Resource Center of Kean University for their upcoming conversation on But I Live, with editor Charlotte Schallié. But I Live shares the stories of three Holocaust survivors through

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Intuit: The Center for Intuitive and Outsider Art

Intuit: The Center for Intuitive and Outsider Art · 756 N. Milwaukee Ave., Chicago, IL, 60622, Chicago, IL

Intuit presents exhibitions of intuitive and outsider arts, and is the permanent home of the Henry Darger Collection. Educational programs are open to the public....

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Gichigamiin Indigenous Nations Museum

Gichigamiin Indigenous Nations Museum · 3001 Central St., Evanston, IL, 60201, Evanston, IL

The Mitchell Museum of the American Indian is one of only a handful of museums across the country that focuses exclusively on the art, history,...

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Wrightwood 659 LLC

Wrightwood 659 LLC · 659 W. Wrightwood Ave., Chicago, IL, 60614, Chicago, IL

Wrightwood 659 is a new exhibition space conceived for the presentation of exhibitions of architecture and of socially engaged art. It is designed by Pritzker...

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Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago – Money Museum

Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago – Money Museum · 230 S. LaSalle St., Chicago, IL, 60604, Chicago, IL

Visit the Money Museum at the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago. View rare currency and displays of millions of dollars. Detect counterfeit currency and create...

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Clarke-Ford House

Clarke-Ford House · 1827 S. Indiana Ave., Chicago, IL, 60616, Chicago, IL

Built in 1836, the Clarke-Ford House is Chicago’s oldest house. It was recently renamed to affirm the profound role of Bishop Louis Henry and Margaret...

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Puerto Rican Arts Alliance

Puerto Rican Arts Alliance · 3000 N. Elbridge Ave., Chicago, IL, 60618, Chicago, IL

The Puerto Rican Arts Alliance (PRAA) is dedicated to preserving Puerto Rican culture by maintaining our traditions, promoting our arts, providing educational opportunities in arts...

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National Museum of Puerto Rican Arts & Culture

National Museum of Puerto Rican Arts & Culture · 3015 W. Division St., Chicago, IL, 60622, Chicago, IL

The National Museum of Puerto Rican Arts and Culture (NMPRAC) is devoted to the promotion, integration and advancement of Puerto Rican arts and culture, presenting...

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Chicago Collections Consortium

Chicago Collections Consortium · 2350 N. Kenmore Ave., Chicago, IL, 60614, Chicago, IL

Chicago Collections is a consortium of libraries, museums, and other institutions with archives that collaborates to preserve and share the history and culture of the...

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Jane Addams Hull-House Museum

Jane Addams Hull-House Museum · 800 S. Halsted St., Chicago, IL, 60607, Chicago, IL

The Jane Addams Hull-House Museum serves as a dynamic memorial to social reformer Jane Addams, the first American woman to receive the Nobel Peace Prize,...

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The Field Museum

The Field Museum · 1400 S. Jean Baptiste Pointe DuSable Lake Shore Dr., Chicago, IL, 60605, Chicago, IL

The Field Museum is Chicagos most elegant and unique setting for special events. Whether it is an intimate dinner for 10 or a rockin reception...

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City Gallery at the Historic Water Tower

City Gallery at the Historic Water Tower · 806 N. Michigan Ave., Chicago, IL, 60611, Chicago, IL

A resplendent venue showcasing the work of local photographers and artists, the City Gallery in the Historic Water Tower, is centrally located along the city's...

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The Polish Museum of America

The Polish Museum of America · 984 N. Milwaukee Ave., Chicago, IL, 60642, Chicago, IL

Located near the historic center of the first Polish Community in Chicago, the Polish Museum of America is one of the largest and oldest ethnic...

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Cambodian American Heritage Museum

Cambodian American Heritage Museum · 2831 W. Lawrence Ave., Chicago, IL, 60625, Chicago, IL

This one-of-a-kind institution raises awareness of the Cambodian genocide and celebrates the renewal of Cambodian community and culture here in the United States. It provides...

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Chicago Cultural Alliance

Chicago Cultural Alliance · 100 S. State St., Chicago, IL, 60603, Chicago, IL

Chicago Cultural Alliance represents over 60 cultural museums, centers, and historical societies in the region, both downtown and in the neighborhoods. We feature their exhibits,...

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Illinois Holocaust Museum presents Experience360

Illinois Holocaust Museum presents Experience360 · 360 N. State St., Chicago, IL, 60654, Chicago, IL

Illinois Holocaust Museum presents EXPERIENCE360 is NOW OPEN! Host your next gathering in one of our unique, culturally rich spaces-- perfect for meetings, receptions, and...

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Edgewater Historical Society

Edgewater Historical Society · 5358 N. Ashland Ave., Chicago, IL, 60640, Chicago, IL

The Edgewater Historical Society is a neighborhood museum and society that is collecting and preserving the memories and histories of the residents of Edgewater. The...

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National Hellenic Museum

National Hellenic Museum · 333 S. Halsted St., Chicago, IL, 60661, Chicago, IL

The Museum was founded as the Hellenic Museum and Cultural Center in 1983. Nine years later, the HMCC opened its first facility on Michigan Avenue...

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Intuit Art Museum

Intuit Art Museum · 756 N. Milwaukee Ave., CHICAGO, IL, 60642, CHICAGO, IL

Intuit Art Museum (IAM) champions the diverse voices of self-taught art, welcoming both new and familiar audiences. Located in Chicagos West Town neighborhood, Intuit is...

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Adler Planetarium

Adler Planetarium · 1300 S. DuSable Lake Shore Dr., Chicago, IL, 60605, Chicago, IL

The Adler Planetarium connects people to the universe and each other. Whether it is introducing a guest to the Ring Nebula, a neighborhood school to...

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Museum Of Contemporary Art/Streeterville (Chicago) Farmers' Market

Museum Of Contemporary Art/Streeterville (Chicago) Farmers' Market · 220 E Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL

Museum Of Contemporary Art/Streeterville (Chicago) Farmers' Market is a farmers market in Chicago, IL.