BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//South Side Community Art Center - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:South Side Community Art Center X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://sscartcenter.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for South Side Community Art Center REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20210314T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20211107T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20220313T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20221106T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20230312T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20231105T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20240310T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20241103T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230513T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230513T160000 DTSTAMP:20260429T123346 CREATED:20230505T201441Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230505T203800Z UID:9653-1683982800-1683993600@sscartcenter.org SUMMARY:Mapping Black Archives: A Collage Workshop with Alexandra Antoine DESCRIPTION:About this event \n \n \n \n Be a part of history! The South Side Community Art Center (SSCAC)\, the country’s oldest continuously operating Black arts institution\, is thrilled to announce its upcoming renovation and expansion project. Join us for a special Community Design Unveiling and explore the exciting future of SSCAC. This event will showcase the transformation of the Center with designs created by Future Firm and wrkSHäp | kiloWatt\, highlighting the balance between preserving SSCAC’s rich history and introducing bold\, accessible\, and sustainable new spaces. Learn about the plans to expand visitor capacity by 398%\, create museum-grade galleries\, rooftop event spaces\, and honor the building’s historic legacy. This is a unique opportunity to see how this iconic Bronzeville institution will evolve to better serve the community\, support Black artists\, and enrich future generations.  Questions? Please contact us at capitalproject@sscartcenter.org URL:https://sscartcenter.org/event/mapping-black-archives-a-collage-workshop-with-alexandra-antoine/ CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sscartcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Artwork_Food-Collage.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230506T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230506T160000 DTSTAMP:20260429T123346 CREATED:20230427T175015Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230427T175835Z UID:9644-1683381600-1683388800@sscartcenter.org SUMMARY:BLACK SPACE: Architectural Historiographies & Spatial Landscapes DESCRIPTION:About this event \n \n \n \n Be a part of history! The South Side Community Art Center (SSCAC)\, the country’s oldest continuously operating Black arts institution\, is thrilled to announce its upcoming renovation and expansion project. Join us for a special Community Design Unveiling and explore the exciting future of SSCAC. This event will showcase the transformation of the Center with designs created by Future Firm and wrkSHäp | kiloWatt\, highlighting the balance between preserving SSCAC’s rich history and introducing bold\, accessible\, and sustainable new spaces. Learn about the plans to expand visitor capacity by 398%\, create museum-grade galleries\, rooftop event spaces\, and honor the building’s historic legacy. This is a unique opportunity to see how this iconic Bronzeville institution will evolve to better serve the community\, support Black artists\, and enrich future generations.  Questions? Please contact us at capitalproject@sscartcenter.org URL:https://sscartcenter.org/event/black-space-architectural-historiographies-spatial-landscapes/ CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sscartcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Screen-Shot-2023-04-25-at-3.23.00-PM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230407T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230407T200000 DTSTAMP:20260429T123346 CREATED:20230329T204612Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230329T204816Z UID:9635-1680886800-1680897600@sscartcenter.org SUMMARY:"where the light corrupts your face..." | Opening Reception DESCRIPTION:About this event \n \n \n \n Be a part of history! The South Side Community Art Center (SSCAC)\, the country’s oldest continuously operating Black arts institution\, is thrilled to announce its upcoming renovation and expansion project. Join us for a special Community Design Unveiling and explore the exciting future of SSCAC. This event will showcase the transformation of the Center with designs created by Future Firm and wrkSHäp | kiloWatt\, highlighting the balance between preserving SSCAC’s rich history and introducing bold\, accessible\, and sustainable new spaces. Learn about the plans to expand visitor capacity by 398%\, create museum-grade galleries\, rooftop event spaces\, and honor the building’s historic legacy. This is a unique opportunity to see how this iconic Bronzeville institution will evolve to better serve the community\, support Black artists\, and enrich future generations.  Questions? Please contact us at capitalproject@sscartcenter.org URL:https://sscartcenter.org/event/where-the-light-corrupts-your-face-opening-reception/ CATEGORIES:Events,Exhibitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sscartcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/IMG_6527-1-scaled-e1680122640199.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230311T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230311T150000 DTSTAMP:20260429T123346 CREATED:20230222T230834Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230222T230858Z UID:9570-1678539600-1678546800@sscartcenter.org SUMMARY:A Promised Land On The Horizon: Artist Talk DESCRIPTION:About this event \n \n \n \n Be a part of history! The South Side Community Art Center (SSCAC)\, the country’s oldest continuously operating Black arts institution\, is thrilled to announce its upcoming renovation and expansion project. Join us for a special Community Design Unveiling and explore the exciting future of SSCAC. This event will showcase the transformation of the Center with designs created by Future Firm and wrkSHäp | kiloWatt\, highlighting the balance between preserving SSCAC’s rich history and introducing bold\, accessible\, and sustainable new spaces. Learn about the plans to expand visitor capacity by 398%\, create museum-grade galleries\, rooftop event spaces\, and honor the building’s historic legacy. This is a unique opportunity to see how this iconic Bronzeville institution will evolve to better serve the community\, support Black artists\, and enrich future generations.  Questions? Please contact us at capitalproject@sscartcenter.org URL:https://sscartcenter.org/event/a-promised-land-on-the-horizon-artist-talk/ CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sscartcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Screen-Shot-2022-11-16-at-3.14.53-PM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230225T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230225T130000 DTSTAMP:20260429T123346 CREATED:20230221T194421Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230221T200402Z UID:9561-1677326400-1677330000@sscartcenter.org SUMMARY:Artwork Documentation Workshop with Colleen Keihm DESCRIPTION:About this event \n \n \n \n Be a part of history! The South Side Community Art Center (SSCAC)\, the country’s oldest continuously operating Black arts institution\, is thrilled to announce its upcoming renovation and expansion project. Join us for a special Community Design Unveiling and explore the exciting future of SSCAC. This event will showcase the transformation of the Center with designs created by Future Firm and wrkSHäp | kiloWatt\, highlighting the balance between preserving SSCAC’s rich history and introducing bold\, accessible\, and sustainable new spaces. Learn about the plans to expand visitor capacity by 398%\, create museum-grade galleries\, rooftop event spaces\, and honor the building’s historic legacy. This is a unique opportunity to see how this iconic Bronzeville institution will evolve to better serve the community\, support Black artists\, and enrich future generations.  Questions? Please contact us at capitalproject@sscartcenter.org URL:https://sscartcenter.org/event/artwork-documentation-workshop-with-colleen-keihm/ CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sscartcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/SSCAC_PromisedLand_Moustache_24.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230218T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230218T160000 DTSTAMP:20260429T123346 CREATED:20230215T225511Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230215T225811Z UID:9552-1676719800-1676736000@sscartcenter.org SUMMARY:Black Family Portraits with Seed Lynn DESCRIPTION:About this event \n \n \n \n Be a part of history! The South Side Community Art Center (SSCAC)\, the country’s oldest continuously operating Black arts institution\, is thrilled to announce its upcoming renovation and expansion project. Join us for a special Community Design Unveiling and explore the exciting future of SSCAC. This event will showcase the transformation of the Center with designs created by Future Firm and wrkSHäp | kiloWatt\, highlighting the balance between preserving SSCAC’s rich history and introducing bold\, accessible\, and sustainable new spaces. Learn about the plans to expand visitor capacity by 398%\, create museum-grade galleries\, rooftop event spaces\, and honor the building’s historic legacy. This is a unique opportunity to see how this iconic Bronzeville institution will evolve to better serve the community\, support Black artists\, and enrich future generations.  Questions? Please contact us at capitalproject@sscartcenter.org URL:https://sscartcenter.org/event/black-family-portraits-with-seed-lynn/ CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sscartcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Screen-Shot-2022-11-29-at-3.16.40-PM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230211T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230211T150000 DTSTAMP:20260429T123346 CREATED:20230201T173846Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230201T175629Z UID:9532-1676120400-1676127600@sscartcenter.org SUMMARY:Black Adornment & The Found Object DESCRIPTION:About this event \n \n \n \n Be a part of history! The South Side Community Art Center (SSCAC)\, the country’s oldest continuously operating Black arts institution\, is thrilled to announce its upcoming renovation and expansion project. Join us for a special Community Design Unveiling and explore the exciting future of SSCAC. This event will showcase the transformation of the Center with designs created by Future Firm and wrkSHäp | kiloWatt\, highlighting the balance between preserving SSCAC’s rich history and introducing bold\, accessible\, and sustainable new spaces. Learn about the plans to expand visitor capacity by 398%\, create museum-grade galleries\, rooftop event spaces\, and honor the building’s historic legacy. This is a unique opportunity to see how this iconic Bronzeville institution will evolve to better serve the community\, support Black artists\, and enrich future generations.  Questions? Please contact us at capitalproject@sscartcenter.org URL:https://sscartcenter.org/event/black-adornment-the-found-object/ CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sscartcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Mason-Chenet-Winifred_Veve-Brooch_800-x-600.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230120T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230120T200000 DTSTAMP:20260429T123346 CREATED:20230107T225331Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230120T200105Z UID:9511-1674234000-1674244800@sscartcenter.org SUMMARY:The Promised Land: Opening Reception DESCRIPTION:About this event \n \n \n \n Be a part of history! The South Side Community Art Center (SSCAC)\, the country’s oldest continuously operating Black arts institution\, is thrilled to announce its upcoming renovation and expansion project. Join us for a special Community Design Unveiling and explore the exciting future of SSCAC. This event will showcase the transformation of the Center with designs created by Future Firm and wrkSHäp | kiloWatt\, highlighting the balance between preserving SSCAC’s rich history and introducing bold\, accessible\, and sustainable new spaces. Learn about the plans to expand visitor capacity by 398%\, create museum-grade galleries\, rooftop event spaces\, and honor the building’s historic legacy. This is a unique opportunity to see how this iconic Bronzeville institution will evolve to better serve the community\, support Black artists\, and enrich future generations.  Questions? Please contact us at capitalproject@sscartcenter.org URL:https://sscartcenter.org/event/the-promised-land-opening-reception/ CATEGORIES:Events,Exhibitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sscartcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Screen-Shot-2023-01-06-at-3.11.29-PM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230116T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230116T150000 DTSTAMP:20260429T123346 CREATED:20230107T230025Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230107T230341Z UID:9522-1673874000-1673881200@sscartcenter.org SUMMARY:MLK DAY: VISION BOARDS FOR NEW FUTURES DESCRIPTION:About this event \n \n \n \n Be a part of history! The South Side Community Art Center (SSCAC)\, the country’s oldest continuously operating Black arts institution\, is thrilled to announce its upcoming renovation and expansion project. Join us for a special Community Design Unveiling and explore the exciting future of SSCAC. This event will showcase the transformation of the Center with designs created by Future Firm and wrkSHäp | kiloWatt\, highlighting the balance between preserving SSCAC’s rich history and introducing bold\, accessible\, and sustainable new spaces. Learn about the plans to expand visitor capacity by 398%\, create museum-grade galleries\, rooftop event spaces\, and honor the building’s historic legacy. This is a unique opportunity to see how this iconic Bronzeville institution will evolve to better serve the community\, support Black artists\, and enrich future generations.  Questions? Please contact us at capitalproject@sscartcenter.org URL:https://sscartcenter.org/event/mlk-day-vision-boards-for-new-futures/ CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sscartcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Untitled-design-3.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230107T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230107T133000 DTSTAMP:20260429T123346 CREATED:20221110T220521Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230107T215558Z UID:9468-1673092800-1673098200@sscartcenter.org SUMMARY:G to G Coaching Session: How To Balance Creative Work & Multiple Projects DESCRIPTION:About this event \n \n \n \n Be a part of history! The South Side Community Art Center (SSCAC)\, the country’s oldest continuously operating Black arts institution\, is thrilled to announce its upcoming renovation and expansion project. Join us for a special Community Design Unveiling and explore the exciting future of SSCAC. This event will showcase the transformation of the Center with designs created by Future Firm and wrkSHäp | kiloWatt\, highlighting the balance between preserving SSCAC’s rich history and introducing bold\, accessible\, and sustainable new spaces. Learn about the plans to expand visitor capacity by 398%\, create museum-grade galleries\, rooftop event spaces\, and honor the building’s historic legacy. This is a unique opportunity to see how this iconic Bronzeville institution will evolve to better serve the community\, support Black artists\, and enrich future generations.  Questions? Please contact us at capitalproject@sscartcenter.org URL:https://sscartcenter.org/event/g-to-g-coaching-session-how-to-balance-creative-work-multiple-projects/ CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sscartcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Eventbrite-Banner2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221210T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221210T160000 DTSTAMP:20260429T123346 CREATED:20221201T234354Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221201T234626Z UID:9487-1670673600-1670688000@sscartcenter.org SUMMARY:3831 Holiday Pop-Up! DESCRIPTION:About this event \n \n \n \n Be a part of history! The South Side Community Art Center (SSCAC)\, the country’s oldest continuously operating Black arts institution\, is thrilled to announce its upcoming renovation and expansion project. Join us for a special Community Design Unveiling and explore the exciting future of SSCAC. This event will showcase the transformation of the Center with designs created by Future Firm and wrkSHäp | kiloWatt\, highlighting the balance between preserving SSCAC’s rich history and introducing bold\, accessible\, and sustainable new spaces. Learn about the plans to expand visitor capacity by 398%\, create museum-grade galleries\, rooftop event spaces\, and honor the building’s historic legacy. This is a unique opportunity to see how this iconic Bronzeville institution will evolve to better serve the community\, support Black artists\, and enrich future generations.  Questions? Please contact us at capitalproject@sscartcenter.org URL:https://sscartcenter.org/event/3831-holiday-pop-up/ CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sscartcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Screen-Shot-2022-12-01-at-5.09.39-PM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221120T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221120T143000 DTSTAMP:20260429T123346 CREATED:20221111T220034Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221111T220131Z UID:9478-1668947400-1668954600@sscartcenter.org SUMMARY:REWIND & PLAY | SSCAC x Black Harvest Film Festival DESCRIPTION:About this event \n \n \n \n Be a part of history! The South Side Community Art Center (SSCAC)\, the country’s oldest continuously operating Black arts institution\, is thrilled to announce its upcoming renovation and expansion project. Join us for a special Community Design Unveiling and explore the exciting future of SSCAC. This event will showcase the transformation of the Center with designs created by Future Firm and wrkSHäp | kiloWatt\, highlighting the balance between preserving SSCAC’s rich history and introducing bold\, accessible\, and sustainable new spaces. Learn about the plans to expand visitor capacity by 398%\, create museum-grade galleries\, rooftop event spaces\, and honor the building’s historic legacy. This is a unique opportunity to see how this iconic Bronzeville institution will evolve to better serve the community\, support Black artists\, and enrich future generations.  Questions? Please contact us at capitalproject@sscartcenter.org URL:https://sscartcenter.org/event/rewind-play-sscac-x-black-harvest-film-festival/ LOCATION:Gene Siskel Film Center\, 164 N State St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60601\, United States CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sscartcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Screen-Shot-2022-11-04-at-2.51.53-PM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221022T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221022T133000 DTSTAMP:20260429T123346 CREATED:20221013T174904Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221013T175039Z UID:9449-1666440000-1666445400@sscartcenter.org SUMMARY:G to G Coaching Session: Tax Preparation for Artists and Freelancers DESCRIPTION:About this event \n \n \n \n Be a part of history! The South Side Community Art Center (SSCAC)\, the country’s oldest continuously operating Black arts institution\, is thrilled to announce its upcoming renovation and expansion project. Join us for a special Community Design Unveiling and explore the exciting future of SSCAC. This event will showcase the transformation of the Center with designs created by Future Firm and wrkSHäp | kiloWatt\, highlighting the balance between preserving SSCAC’s rich history and introducing bold\, accessible\, and sustainable new spaces. Learn about the plans to expand visitor capacity by 398%\, create museum-grade galleries\, rooftop event spaces\, and honor the building’s historic legacy. This is a unique opportunity to see how this iconic Bronzeville institution will evolve to better serve the community\, support Black artists\, and enrich future generations.  Questions? Please contact us at capitalproject@sscartcenter.org URL:https://sscartcenter.org/event/g-to-g-coaching-session-tax-preparation-for-artists-and-freelancers/ CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sscartcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Fall-G2G-06.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221014T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221014T200000 DTSTAMP:20260429T123346 CREATED:20221013T180009Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221013T180158Z UID:9456-1665770400-1665777600@sscartcenter.org SUMMARY:Black Fine Art Month Salon Talk 'Who’s Got Next’ DESCRIPTION:About this event \n \n \n \n Be a part of history! The South Side Community Art Center (SSCAC)\, the country’s oldest continuously operating Black arts institution\, is thrilled to announce its upcoming renovation and expansion project. Join us for a special Community Design Unveiling and explore the exciting future of SSCAC. This event will showcase the transformation of the Center with designs created by Future Firm and wrkSHäp | kiloWatt\, highlighting the balance between preserving SSCAC’s rich history and introducing bold\, accessible\, and sustainable new spaces. Learn about the plans to expand visitor capacity by 398%\, create museum-grade galleries\, rooftop event spaces\, and honor the building’s historic legacy. This is a unique opportunity to see how this iconic Bronzeville institution will evolve to better serve the community\, support Black artists\, and enrich future generations.  Questions? Please contact us at capitalproject@sscartcenter.org URL:https://sscartcenter.org/event/black-fine-art-month-salon-talk-whos-got-next/ CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://sscartcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/051121-Shermann-Thomas-Tik-Tok-ColinBoyle-27-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221008T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221008T150000 DTSTAMP:20260429T123346 CREATED:20220930T180604Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220930T182255Z UID:9412-1665234000-1665241200@sscartcenter.org SUMMARY:Dandelion Black Women Artists Talk DESCRIPTION:About this event \n \n \n \n Be a part of history! The South Side Community Art Center (SSCAC)\, the country’s oldest continuously operating Black arts institution\, is thrilled to announce its upcoming renovation and expansion project. Join us for a special Community Design Unveiling and explore the exciting future of SSCAC. This event will showcase the transformation of the Center with designs created by Future Firm and wrkSHäp | kiloWatt\, highlighting the balance between preserving SSCAC’s rich history and introducing bold\, accessible\, and sustainable new spaces. Learn about the plans to expand visitor capacity by 398%\, create museum-grade galleries\, rooftop event spaces\, and honor the building’s historic legacy. This is a unique opportunity to see how this iconic Bronzeville institution will evolve to better serve the community\, support Black artists\, and enrich future generations.  Questions? Please contact us at capitalproject@sscartcenter.org URL:https://sscartcenter.org/event/dandelion-black-women-artists-talk/ CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sscartcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Screen-Shot-2022-09-07-at-2.53.22-PM-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221008 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221218 DTSTAMP:20260429T123346 CREATED:20220930T175349Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230210T220923Z UID:9404-1665187200-1671321599@sscartcenter.org SUMMARY:9 Artists/ 9 Months/ 9 Perspectives DESCRIPTION:About this event \n \n \n \n Be a part of history! The South Side Community Art Center (SSCAC)\, the country’s oldest continuously operating Black arts institution\, is thrilled to announce its upcoming renovation and expansion project. Join us for a special Community Design Unveiling and explore the exciting future of SSCAC. This event will showcase the transformation of the Center with designs created by Future Firm and wrkSHäp | kiloWatt\, highlighting the balance between preserving SSCAC’s rich history and introducing bold\, accessible\, and sustainable new spaces. Learn about the plans to expand visitor capacity by 398%\, create museum-grade galleries\, rooftop event spaces\, and honor the building’s historic legacy. This is a unique opportunity to see how this iconic Bronzeville institution will evolve to better serve the community\, support Black artists\, and enrich future generations.  Questions? Please contact us at capitalproject@sscartcenter.org URL:https://sscartcenter.org/event/9-artists-9-months-9-perspectives/ CATEGORIES:Exhibitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sscartcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/9ARTISTS-DIGITAL_FLYER-scaled-e1664560404629.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221007T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221007T170000 DTSTAMP:20260429T123346 CREATED:20221004T191345Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221006T185539Z UID:9420-1665136800-1665162000@sscartcenter.org SUMMARY:ReSource Symposium: Art and Resourcefulness in Black Chicago DESCRIPTION:About this event \n \n \n \n Be a part of history! The South Side Community Art Center (SSCAC)\, the country’s oldest continuously operating Black arts institution\, is thrilled to announce its upcoming renovation and expansion project. Join us for a special Community Design Unveiling and explore the exciting future of SSCAC. This event will showcase the transformation of the Center with designs created by Future Firm and wrkSHäp | kiloWatt\, highlighting the balance between preserving SSCAC’s rich history and introducing bold\, accessible\, and sustainable new spaces. Learn about the plans to expand visitor capacity by 398%\, create museum-grade galleries\, rooftop event spaces\, and honor the building’s historic legacy. This is a unique opportunity to see how this iconic Bronzeville institution will evolve to better serve the community\, support Black artists\, and enrich future generations.  Questions? Please contact us at capitalproject@sscartcenter.org URL:https://sscartcenter.org/event/resource-symposium-art-and-resourcefulness-in-black-chicago/ CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sscartcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Screen-Shot-2022-10-04-at-2.13.15-PM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221001T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221001T170000 DTSTAMP:20260429T123346 CREATED:20220927T190937Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220927T191353Z UID:9389-1664629200-1664643600@sscartcenter.org SUMMARY:HOMECOMING: ON THE YARD DESCRIPTION:About this event \n \n \n \n Be a part of history! The South Side Community Art Center (SSCAC)\, the country’s oldest continuously operating Black arts institution\, is thrilled to announce its upcoming renovation and expansion project. Join us for a special Community Design Unveiling and explore the exciting future of SSCAC. This event will showcase the transformation of the Center with designs created by Future Firm and wrkSHäp | kiloWatt\, highlighting the balance between preserving SSCAC’s rich history and introducing bold\, accessible\, and sustainable new spaces. Learn about the plans to expand visitor capacity by 398%\, create museum-grade galleries\, rooftop event spaces\, and honor the building’s historic legacy. This is a unique opportunity to see how this iconic Bronzeville institution will evolve to better serve the community\, support Black artists\, and enrich future generations.  Questions? Please contact us at capitalproject@sscartcenter.org URL:https://sscartcenter.org/event/homecoming-on-the-yard/ CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sscartcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/HOMECOMING_Poster-Instagram-Post-Square.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220917T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220917T150000 DTSTAMP:20260429T123346 CREATED:20220912T230624Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220912T230624Z UID:9375-1663419600-1663426800@sscartcenter.org SUMMARY:THE GESTURE ITSELF IS PROTECTION SPELL DESCRIPTION:About this event \n \n \n \n Be a part of history! The South Side Community Art Center (SSCAC)\, the country’s oldest continuously operating Black arts institution\, is thrilled to announce its upcoming renovation and expansion project. Join us for a special Community Design Unveiling and explore the exciting future of SSCAC. This event will showcase the transformation of the Center with designs created by Future Firm and wrkSHäp | kiloWatt\, highlighting the balance between preserving SSCAC’s rich history and introducing bold\, accessible\, and sustainable new spaces. Learn about the plans to expand visitor capacity by 398%\, create museum-grade galleries\, rooftop event spaces\, and honor the building’s historic legacy. This is a unique opportunity to see how this iconic Bronzeville institution will evolve to better serve the community\, support Black artists\, and enrich future generations.  Questions? Please contact us at capitalproject@sscartcenter.org URL:https://sscartcenter.org/event/the-gesture-itself-is-protection-spell/ CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sscartcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Screen-Shot-2022-09-12-at-2.24.50-PM-1-e1663023903632.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220916T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220916T203000 DTSTAMP:20260429T123346 CREATED:20220910T190827Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220910T193000Z UID:9363-1663354800-1663360200@sscartcenter.org SUMMARY:Metropolis: A City In Black DESCRIPTION:About this event \n \n \n \n Be a part of history! The South Side Community Art Center (SSCAC)\, the country’s oldest continuously operating Black arts institution\, is thrilled to announce its upcoming renovation and expansion project. Join us for a special Community Design Unveiling and explore the exciting future of SSCAC. This event will showcase the transformation of the Center with designs created by Future Firm and wrkSHäp | kiloWatt\, highlighting the balance between preserving SSCAC’s rich history and introducing bold\, accessible\, and sustainable new spaces. Learn about the plans to expand visitor capacity by 398%\, create museum-grade galleries\, rooftop event spaces\, and honor the building’s historic legacy. This is a unique opportunity to see how this iconic Bronzeville institution will evolve to better serve the community\, support Black artists\, and enrich future generations.  Questions? Please contact us at capitalproject@sscartcenter.org URL:https://sscartcenter.org/event/metropolis-a-city-in-black/ CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sscartcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Screen-Shot-2022-09-07-at-2.50.05-PM-e1662837280479.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220903T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220903T143000 DTSTAMP:20260429T123346 CREATED:20220825T192749Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220826T205122Z UID:9307-1662210000-1662215400@sscartcenter.org SUMMARY:D-Composed Gives Family Edition at South Side Community Art Center! DESCRIPTION:About this event \n \n \n \n Be a part of history! The South Side Community Art Center (SSCAC)\, the country’s oldest continuously operating Black arts institution\, is thrilled to announce its upcoming renovation and expansion project. Join us for a special Community Design Unveiling and explore the exciting future of SSCAC. This event will showcase the transformation of the Center with designs created by Future Firm and wrkSHäp | kiloWatt\, highlighting the balance between preserving SSCAC’s rich history and introducing bold\, accessible\, and sustainable new spaces. Learn about the plans to expand visitor capacity by 398%\, create museum-grade galleries\, rooftop event spaces\, and honor the building’s historic legacy. This is a unique opportunity to see how this iconic Bronzeville institution will evolve to better serve the community\, support Black artists\, and enrich future generations.  Questions? Please contact us at capitalproject@sscartcenter.org URL:https://sscartcenter.org/event/d-composed-gives-family-edition-at-south-side-community-art-center/ CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sscartcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/DCStony-56.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220820T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220820T143000 DTSTAMP:20260429T123346 CREATED:20220812T210834Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220813T181013Z UID:9290-1661000400-1661005800@sscartcenter.org SUMMARY:Riddim Rite of Passage: A Sound Activation with Ajmal 'Mas Man' Millar DESCRIPTION:About this event \n \n \n \n Be a part of history! The South Side Community Art Center (SSCAC)\, the country’s oldest continuously operating Black arts institution\, is thrilled to announce its upcoming renovation and expansion project. Join us for a special Community Design Unveiling and explore the exciting future of SSCAC. This event will showcase the transformation of the Center with designs created by Future Firm and wrkSHäp | kiloWatt\, highlighting the balance between preserving SSCAC’s rich history and introducing bold\, accessible\, and sustainable new spaces. Learn about the plans to expand visitor capacity by 398%\, create museum-grade galleries\, rooftop event spaces\, and honor the building’s historic legacy. This is a unique opportunity to see how this iconic Bronzeville institution will evolve to better serve the community\, support Black artists\, and enrich future generations.  Questions? Please contact us at capitalproject@sscartcenter.org URL:https://sscartcenter.org/event/riddim-rite-of-passage-a-sound-activation-with-ajmal-mas-man-millar/ CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sscartcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Millar_4-1-e1660338258789.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220819 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221023 DTSTAMP:20260429T123346 CREATED:20220812T205853Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220817T184014Z UID:9282-1660867200-1666483199@sscartcenter.org SUMMARY:Emerging Artist Series featuring Tianna Bracey DESCRIPTION:About this event \n \n \n \n Be a part of history! The South Side Community Art Center (SSCAC)\, the country’s oldest continuously operating Black arts institution\, is thrilled to announce its upcoming renovation and expansion project. Join us for a special Community Design Unveiling and explore the exciting future of SSCAC. This event will showcase the transformation of the Center with designs created by Future Firm and wrkSHäp | kiloWatt\, highlighting the balance between preserving SSCAC’s rich history and introducing bold\, accessible\, and sustainable new spaces. Learn about the plans to expand visitor capacity by 398%\, create museum-grade galleries\, rooftop event spaces\, and honor the building’s historic legacy. This is a unique opportunity to see how this iconic Bronzeville institution will evolve to better serve the community\, support Black artists\, and enrich future generations.  Questions? Please contact us at capitalproject@sscartcenter.org URL:https://sscartcenter.org/event/emerging-artist-series-featuring-tianna-bracey/ CATEGORIES:Exhibitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sscartcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/girlfriends_adiptych2-e1660337798267.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220715 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220925 DTSTAMP:20260429T123346 CREATED:20220705T170037Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220817T182926Z UID:9232-1657843200-1664063999@sscartcenter.org SUMMARY:...of the land: acts of refusal and ratification DESCRIPTION:About this event \n \n \n \n Be a part of history! The South Side Community Art Center (SSCAC)\, the country’s oldest continuously operating Black arts institution\, is thrilled to announce its upcoming renovation and expansion project. Join us for a special Community Design Unveiling and explore the exciting future of SSCAC. This event will showcase the transformation of the Center with designs created by Future Firm and wrkSHäp | kiloWatt\, highlighting the balance between preserving SSCAC’s rich history and introducing bold\, accessible\, and sustainable new spaces. Learn about the plans to expand visitor capacity by 398%\, create museum-grade galleries\, rooftop event spaces\, and honor the building’s historic legacy. This is a unique opportunity to see how this iconic Bronzeville institution will evolve to better serve the community\, support Black artists\, and enrich future generations.  Questions? Please contact us at capitalproject@sscartcenter.org URL:https://sscartcenter.org/event/of-the-land-acts-of-refusal-and-ratification/ CATEGORIES:Exhibitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sscartcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/APL_LolaOgbara_PerformancePhotos_Large_2202-1-scaled-e1657041442234.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220623T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220623T200000 DTSTAMP:20260429T123346 CREATED:20220620T155829Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220620T155916Z UID:9221-1656007200-1656014400@sscartcenter.org SUMMARY:MAMA GLORIA: IN HER HONOR DESCRIPTION:About this event \n \n \n \n Be a part of history! The South Side Community Art Center (SSCAC)\, the country’s oldest continuously operating Black arts institution\, is thrilled to announce its upcoming renovation and expansion project. Join us for a special Community Design Unveiling and explore the exciting future of SSCAC. This event will showcase the transformation of the Center with designs created by Future Firm and wrkSHäp | kiloWatt\, highlighting the balance between preserving SSCAC’s rich history and introducing bold\, accessible\, and sustainable new spaces. Learn about the plans to expand visitor capacity by 398%\, create museum-grade galleries\, rooftop event spaces\, and honor the building’s historic legacy. This is a unique opportunity to see how this iconic Bronzeville institution will evolve to better serve the community\, support Black artists\, and enrich future generations.  Questions? Please contact us at capitalproject@sscartcenter.org URL:https://sscartcenter.org/event/mama-gloria-in-her-honor/ CATEGORIES:Emergence,Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sscartcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/0x0.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220618T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220618T160000 DTSTAMP:20260429T123346 CREATED:20220608T214813Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220615T001345Z UID:9196-1655553600-1655568000@sscartcenter.org SUMMARY:JUNETEENTH AT THE HOUSE DESCRIPTION:About this event \n \n \n \n Be a part of history! The South Side Community Art Center (SSCAC)\, the country’s oldest continuously operating Black arts institution\, is thrilled to announce its upcoming renovation and expansion project. Join us for a special Community Design Unveiling and explore the exciting future of SSCAC. This event will showcase the transformation of the Center with designs created by Future Firm and wrkSHäp | kiloWatt\, highlighting the balance between preserving SSCAC’s rich history and introducing bold\, accessible\, and sustainable new spaces. Learn about the plans to expand visitor capacity by 398%\, create museum-grade galleries\, rooftop event spaces\, and honor the building’s historic legacy. This is a unique opportunity to see how this iconic Bronzeville institution will evolve to better serve the community\, support Black artists\, and enrich future generations.  Questions? Please contact us at capitalproject@sscartcenter.org URL:https://sscartcenter.org/event/juneteenth-at-the-house/ CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sscartcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/JUNETEENTH_EDIT_POSTER.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220611T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220611T160000 DTSTAMP:20260429T123346 CREATED:20220608T191317Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220608T200516Z UID:9183-1654956000-1654963200@sscartcenter.org SUMMARY:THE FRONT DESCRIPTION:About this event \n \n \n \n Be a part of history! The South Side Community Art Center (SSCAC)\, the country’s oldest continuously operating Black arts institution\, is thrilled to announce its upcoming renovation and expansion project. Join us for a special Community Design Unveiling and explore the exciting future of SSCAC. This event will showcase the transformation of the Center with designs created by Future Firm and wrkSHäp | kiloWatt\, highlighting the balance between preserving SSCAC’s rich history and introducing bold\, accessible\, and sustainable new spaces. Learn about the plans to expand visitor capacity by 398%\, create museum-grade galleries\, rooftop event spaces\, and honor the building’s historic legacy. This is a unique opportunity to see how this iconic Bronzeville institution will evolve to better serve the community\, support Black artists\, and enrich future generations.  Questions? Please contact us at capitalproject@sscartcenter.org URL:https://sscartcenter.org/event/the-front/ CATEGORIES:Emergence,Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sscartcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Essay-image-Ferrill-NEW.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220604T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220604T150000 DTSTAMP:20260429T123346 CREATED:20220601T022400Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220601T192315Z UID:9116-1654345800-1654354800@sscartcenter.org SUMMARY:A Queer History Tour of Bronzeville DESCRIPTION:About this event \n \n \n \n Be a part of history! The South Side Community Art Center (SSCAC)\, the country’s oldest continuously operating Black arts institution\, is thrilled to announce its upcoming renovation and expansion project. Join us for a special Community Design Unveiling and explore the exciting future of SSCAC. This event will showcase the transformation of the Center with designs created by Future Firm and wrkSHäp | kiloWatt\, highlighting the balance between preserving SSCAC’s rich history and introducing bold\, accessible\, and sustainable new spaces. Learn about the plans to expand visitor capacity by 398%\, create museum-grade galleries\, rooftop event spaces\, and honor the building’s historic legacy. This is a unique opportunity to see how this iconic Bronzeville institution will evolve to better serve the community\, support Black artists\, and enrich future generations.  Questions? Please contact us at capitalproject@sscartcenter.org URL:https://sscartcenter.org/event/a-queer-history-tour-of-bronzeville/ CATEGORIES:Emergence,Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sscartcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/80e464db04090e2c216aa7baf3fd5ad7.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220603T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220604T160000 DTSTAMP:20260429T123346 CREATED:20220525T195256Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220525T195256Z UID:9103-1654257600-1654358400@sscartcenter.org SUMMARY:Black Magic: A Tintype Photo Project with Adam Davis DESCRIPTION:About this event \n \n \n \n Be a part of history! The South Side Community Art Center (SSCAC)\, the country’s oldest continuously operating Black arts institution\, is thrilled to announce its upcoming renovation and expansion project. Join us for a special Community Design Unveiling and explore the exciting future of SSCAC. This event will showcase the transformation of the Center with designs created by Future Firm and wrkSHäp | kiloWatt\, highlighting the balance between preserving SSCAC’s rich history and introducing bold\, accessible\, and sustainable new spaces. Learn about the plans to expand visitor capacity by 398%\, create museum-grade galleries\, rooftop event spaces\, and honor the building’s historic legacy. This is a unique opportunity to see how this iconic Bronzeville institution will evolve to better serve the community\, support Black artists\, and enrich future generations.  Questions? Please contact us at capitalproject@sscartcenter.org URL:https://sscartcenter.org/event/black-magic-a-tintype-photo-project-with-adam-davis/ CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sscartcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/AdamDavis_Image3-e1653508359424.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220519T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220519T200000 DTSTAMP:20260429T123346 CREATED:20220426T210736Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220428T135332Z UID:9024-1652983200-1652990400@sscartcenter.org SUMMARY:CEREMONIES: A SELECTION OF SHORT FILMS BY MARLON RIGGS DESCRIPTION:About this event \n \n \n \n Be a part of history! The South Side Community Art Center (SSCAC)\, the country’s oldest continuously operating Black arts institution\, is thrilled to announce its upcoming renovation and expansion project. Join us for a special Community Design Unveiling and explore the exciting future of SSCAC. This event will showcase the transformation of the Center with designs created by Future Firm and wrkSHäp | kiloWatt\, highlighting the balance between preserving SSCAC’s rich history and introducing bold\, accessible\, and sustainable new spaces. Learn about the plans to expand visitor capacity by 398%\, create museum-grade galleries\, rooftop event spaces\, and honor the building’s historic legacy. This is a unique opportunity to see how this iconic Bronzeville institution will evolve to better serve the community\, support Black artists\, and enrich future generations.  Questions? Please contact us at capitalproject@sscartcenter.org URL:https://sscartcenter.org/event/ceremonies-a-selection-of-short-films-by-marlon-riggs/ CATEGORIES:Emergence,Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sscartcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Screen-Shot-2022-04-26-at-2.30.26-PM.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR