The 4th Annual Uptown Art Week returns June 1st – 4th, 2023. This event showcases Uptown’s public art scene and features new murals going up on walls around the neighborhood, art exhibits being hosted by local businesses, the two-day Uptown Art Fair, interactive art activities for all ages, and the Clifton Avenue block party.
NEW PUBLIC MURALS
27 new murals ranging from 3000 sq ft to 16 sq ft will be added to Uptown’s growing and unique public art scene. Locations include Cornerstone Community Outreach, The Lawrence House, Portrait, and the continuation of last year’s Graceland Walls and Yard Walls projects.
UPTOWN ART FAIR: June 3-4 | 10am-4pm
The Uptown Art Fair at Chicago Market will feature artwork for viewing and purchase from local artists. Drop by the Art Fair anytime between the hours of 10:00am – 4:00pm on June 3rd and 4th at 4620 North Broadway.
GIVEAWAY ALERT! Stop by the Uptown booth at the Uptown Art Fair to pick up a Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago complimentary admission pass which admits 2 people for general walk-up admission, $30 in value. There is no expiration date for the passes; also, youths 18 years old and under are free. Good while supplies last.
CLIFTON AVENUE BLOCK PARTY – June 3* | 11am-4pm 
On June 3rd, Clifton Avenue will be closed to vehicular traffic between Wilson Avenue and North Broadway and interactive and family-focused art activities, treats, live music, and games coordinated by Cornerstone Community Outreach and Uptown Church with contributions by Alden Lakeland and CircEsteem. *DON’T MISS* the interactive street mural led by Paint the City – all are invited to help create!
*In case of rain, this party will be moved to Sunday, June 4 from 11:00am-4:00pm.
SMALL BIZ ACTIVATIONS – June 1-4 | Various times & locations
Uptown’s small business community will be offering a number of ways to engage with visual arts throughout the week. See below for schedule!
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
Thursday, June 1st
YOU CAN ART TOO!
Presented by Studio W.I.P.
Thursday, June 1 | 5:30-7:30pm | 1039 W. Lawrence Ave
Preview a new interactive art experience in Uptown. Unleash your inner street artist and create an original piece of art at Studio W.I.P. Join us and get acquainted with the ins & outs of spray paint with the help of local artists. FREE - first come, first serve.
Friday, June 2nd
YOU CAN ART TOO!
Presented by Studio W.I.P.
Friday, June 2 | 5:30-7:30pm | 1039 W. Lawrence Ave
Preview a new interactive art experience in Uptown. Unleash your inner street artist and create an original piece of art at Studio W.I.P. Join us and get acquainted with the ins & outs of spray paint with the help of local artists. FREE - first come, first serve.
COLOR ME SPOILED!
Presented by Spoil Me Hair Salon and Spa
Friday, June 2 | 5:30-7:30pm | 4668 N Broadway
Stop by Spoil Me to get a complimentary (and temporary) pop of color from their designer collection added to your hair while enjoying fashion inspired by Uptown Art Week! Light refreshments will be served. Guests will have a chance to win free consultations and a makeover from Spoil Me (valued up to $250).
ARTFUL MOVEMENT
Presented by Yoga Body Elements & The Northern Loon
Friday, June 2 | 6:00pm | Sheridan Lot, 4009 N. Sheridan
Blue. Red. Yellow. Purple. Green. Pink. Imagine these colors swirling around you as you reach toward the sky and swoop your limbs along the grass. As part of Uptown Art Week, local yoga studio Yoga Body Elements and local artist The Northern Loon present “Artful Movement: An Art-Infused Community Yoga Practice”. For the third year, participants will wear colorful ribbons on their limbs as they are guided through an outdoor vinyasa practice. This year, an abstract painting tracing the movement of the practice will be live-created by The Northern Loon. At the end of the practice, the piece will be broken down into 5x7” original pieces of art that each participant can take home with them as a reminder of the part they play in creating artful movement. All bodies are welcome. Wear your brightest clothing that allows you to move comfortably. Suggested donation of $13 - $22. Register at yogabodyelements.com/events
Saturday, June 3rd
UPTOWN ART FAIR
Presented by Uptown United & Chicago Market
Saturday, June 3 & Sunday, June 4 | 10am-4pm | 4620 N. Broadway
The Uptown Art Fair at Chicago Market will feature artwork for viewing and purchase from local artists. Drop by the Art Fair anytime between the hours of 10:00am – 4:00pm on June 4th and 5th at 4620 North Broadway. GIVEAWAY ALERT! Stop by the Uptown booth at the Uptown Art Fair to pick up a Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago complimentary admission pass which admits 2 people for general walk-up admission, $30 in value. There is no expiration date for the passes; also, youths 18 years old and under are free. Good while supplies last.
CLIFTON AVENUE BLOCK PARTY
Presented by Cornerstone Community Outreach and Uptown Church
June 3 | 11:00am-4:00 pm | Clifton Avenue (between Wilson & Broadway)
The Clifton Avenue Street Art Gallery is an outdoor art gallery developed by Uptown United. The Gallery is a partnership with community members and with artists from all over the globe. It’s a unique street art destination, currently showcasing 70+ murals by 70+ artists – and growing! On June 3rd, Clifton Avenue will be closed to vehicular traffic between Wilson Avenue and North Broadway and interactive and family-focused art activities, treats, live music, and games coordinated by Cornerstone Community Outreach and Uptown Church with contributions by Alden Lakeland and CircEsteem. *DON'T MISS* the interactive street mural led by Paint the City - all are invited to help create!
In case of rain, this party will be moved to Sunday, June 4 from 11:00am-4:00pm.
Uptown Art Week Activations!
Presented by Yoga Body Elements
Saturday, June 3 | Various locations
8:30am - 9:45am Taiji Qigong with Jimmy
10:00am - 11:00am Chakra Meditation & Painting
11:00am - 12:00pm Re|dance group Class and Performance
12:00pm - 1:00pm Noon Creativity Workshop with Erin Minckley
2:00pm - 3:00pm Explore the Magic of Color with Anatoliy Kharma
4:00pm - 5:00pm Kirtan Music with Tulsi
Register at yogabodyelements.com/events
YOU CAN ART TOO!
Presented by Studio W.I.P.
Saturday, June 3 | 11:00am - 4:00pm | 1039 W. Lawrence Ave
Preview a new interactive art experience in Uptown. Unleash your inner street artist and create an original piece of art at Studio W.I.P. Join us and get acquainted with the ins & outs of spray paint with the help of local artists. FREE - first come, first serve.
NEW MURALS IN PROGRESS: June 3rd-4th
27 new murals ranging from 3000 sq ft to 16 sq ft will be added to Uptown’s growing and unique public art scene. New locations include Cornerstone Community Outreach, The Lawrence House, Portrait, and the continuation of last year’s Graceland Walls and Yard Walls projects.
Sunday, June 4th
UPTOWN ART FAIR
Presented by Uptown United & Chicago Market
Saturday, June 3 & Sunday, June 4 | 10am-4pm | 4620 N. Broadway
The Uptown Art Fair at Chicago Market will feature artwork for viewing and purchase from local artists. Drop by the Art Fair anytime between the hours of 10:00am – 4:00pm on June 4th and 5th at 4620 North Broadway. GIVEAWAY ALERT! Stop by the Uptown booth at the Uptown Art Fair to pick up a Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago complimentary admission pass which admits 2 people for general walk-up admission, $30 in value. There is no expiration date for the passes; also, youths 18 years old and under are free. Good while supplies last.
NEW MURALS IN PROGRESS: June 3rd-4th
27 new murals ranging from 3000 sq ft to 16 sq ft will be added to Uptown’s growing and unique public art scene. New locations include Cornerstone Community Outreach, The Lawrence House, Portrait, and the continuation of last year’s Graceland Walls and Yard Walls projects.
Ongoing Art Activations
Community Through Collage
Presented by Everybody's Coffee and the Chicago Collage Community
935 W. Wilson - Open Daily - FREE
Collage work from a variety of different local artists!
Haitian American Museum of Chicago
4410 N Clark St - Open Hours (Sunday 12-4pm, Wednesday -Saturday, 12-6pm)
Admission: $8 General Admission, $6 Students (with I.D.) and Seniors
Founded in 2012, The Haitian American Museum of Chicago (HAMOC) is the realization of a dream by its co-founder, Elsie Hernandez, to create an institution that would hold programs and exhibits that will contribute to the rich multicultural tapestry that is Chicago. Since 2012 the museum has hosted a wide array of programs and exhibits showcasing Haiti’s rich culture and art as well as its complex history. We invite you to enjoy our changing exhibits, attend virtual and in-person programs, and safely visit to the museum.
Chicago Center for Photo Journalism
1226 W. Wilson Avenue - Spring Hours (Wednesday-Thursday 11am-6pm, Friday 2-7pm, Saturday 10a-1pm, Sunday 10am-2pm)
We believe in curiosity and authentic voice. We believe in ethical and effective practice in visual storytelling. We believe in creating a reliable space where people entrust us to share their stories. We believe that people and communities are multi-layered, complex, and multi-faceted. We believe that everyone has a unique perspective that should be honored.
Use our Uptown Public Art Map as your self-guide to explore over 200 works of public art in the neighborhood at anytime!
UPTOWN ART WEEKEND SPONSORSHIP
Click here for SPONSORSHIP details.
Contact Greg Carroll at greg@nullexploreuptown.org with any questions.
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This program is partially supported by a grant from the Illinois Arts Council Agency.
