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:20231118T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231118T150000 DTSTAMP:20260429T143534 CREATED:20231116T202438Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231116T202604Z UID:9974-1700312400-1700319600@sscartcenter.org SUMMARY:Haus: An Introspective of House Music\, Architecture + Queer Culture at 3831 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/haus-an-introspective-of-house-music-architecture-queer-culture-at-3831/ CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sscartcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Screen-Shot-2023-11-08-at-12.24.38-PM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231104T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231104T150000 DTSTAMP:20260429T143534 CREATED:20231101T220948Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231101T222149Z UID:9964-1699102800-1699110000@sscartcenter.org SUMMARY:Dr. Burroughs Legacy Day 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/dr-burroughs-legacy-day/ CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sscartcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/a4c2ea4029d1898dab99538185a704f8-1.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231007T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231007T153000 DTSTAMP:20260429T143534 CREATED:20230927T232147Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231003T191905Z UID:9925-1696680000-1696692600@sscartcenter.org SUMMARY:Through a Lens of Beauty & Wonderment: Notes on Collaborative Friendship | 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/through-a-lens-of-beauty-wonderment-notes-on-collaborative-friendship-all-of-living-is-risk-opening-receptions/ CATEGORIES:Events,Exhibitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sscartcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/SSCAC-Exhibition-Gallery-Card_Nnaemeka-Ekwelum-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230929T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230929T193000 DTSTAMP:20260429T143534 CREATED:20230925T180642Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230925T180642Z UID:9916-1696010400-1696015800@sscartcenter.org SUMMARY:3831 Activation | Friendship Meditation: A Rehearsal 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-activation-friendship-meditation-a-rehearsal/ CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sscartcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/2018_67_Pivot_AnnaMartineWhitehead-1468-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230909T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230909T140000 DTSTAMP:20260429T143534 CREATED:20230906T210406Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230906T210406Z UID:9910-1694260800-1694268000@sscartcenter.org SUMMARY:Telling Your Story: Grant Writing Workshop for Artists Part ll 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/telling-your-story-grant-writing-workshop-for-artists-part-ll/ CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sscartcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/G2GAug2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230826T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230826T140000 DTSTAMP:20260429T143534 CREATED:20230821T175542Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230821T175615Z UID:9904-1693051200-1693058400@sscartcenter.org SUMMARY:Telling Your Story: Grant Writing Workshop for Artists 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/telling-your-story-grant-writing-workshop-for-artists/ CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sscartcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/download-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230818T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230818T210000 DTSTAMP:20260429T143534 CREATED:20230818T231602Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230818T231927Z UID:9897-1692381600-1692392400@sscartcenter.org SUMMARY:Bronzeville Art District Trolley Tour with DJ Finding Ijeoma 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/9897/ CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sscartcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/alexandria-eregbu-86-of-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230812T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230812T150000 DTSTAMP:20260429T143534 CREATED:20230809T023244Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230809T023244Z UID:9890-1691845200-1691852400@sscartcenter.org SUMMARY:PACE Artist Catalyst: A Closing Celebration 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/pace-artist-catalyst-a-closing-celebration/ CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sscartcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/PACE-EVENT.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230715T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230715T150000 DTSTAMP:20260429T143534 CREATED:20230706T205240Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230708T161354Z UID:9866-1689426000-1689433200@sscartcenter.org SUMMARY:Before I Let Go: Film Screening & Discussion 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/before-i-let-go-film-screening-discussion/ CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sscartcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Screen-Shot-2023-06-09-at-2.35.11-PM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230710T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230710T153000 DTSTAMP:20260429T143534 CREATED:20231003T185613Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240925T170742Z UID:9949-1688990400-1689003000@sscartcenter.org SUMMARY:All of Living is Risk | 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/9949/ CATEGORIES:Events,Exhibitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sscartcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Screen-Shot-2023-10-03-at-1.55.12-PM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230708T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230708T150000 DTSTAMP:20260429T143534 CREATED:20230706T204039Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230706T204148Z UID:9857-1688824800-1688828400@sscartcenter.org SUMMARY:The New School: QTPOC Pathways 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-new-school-qtpoc-pathways/ CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sscartcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Leg-Stretch-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230707T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230707T200000 DTSTAMP:20260429T143534 CREATED:20230706T202751Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230706T202915Z UID:9849-1688749200-1688760000@sscartcenter.org SUMMARY:Black Light Cinema Project and Homecoming: Black Craft & Design in 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/black-light-cinema-project-and-homecoming-black-craft-design-in-chicago/ CATEGORIES:Events,Exhibitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sscartcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Screen-Shot-2023-06-28-at-12.58.17-PM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230617T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230617T160000 DTSTAMP:20260429T143534 CREATED:20230615T212947Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230616T203907Z UID:9832-1687003200-1687017600@sscartcenter.org SUMMARY:3831 JUNETEENTH! 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-juneteenth/ CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sscartcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Seeker-Mask1-1-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230616T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230616T210000 DTSTAMP:20260429T143534 CREATED:20230615T202000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230616T203940Z UID:9822-1686938400-1686949200@sscartcenter.org SUMMARY:BRONZEVILLE TROLLEY TOUR NIGHT! 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/bronzeville-trolly-tour-night/ CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sscartcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/IMG_9269-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230513T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230513T160000 DTSTAMP:20260429T143534 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:20260429T143534 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:20260429T143534 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:20260429T143534 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:20260429T143534 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:20260429T143534 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:20260429T143534 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:20260429T143534 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:20260429T143534 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:20260429T143534 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:20260429T143534 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:20260429T143534 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:20260429T143534 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:20260429T143534 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:20260429T143534 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:20260429T143534 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 END:VCALENDAR