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: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 BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240805T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240805T150000 DTSTAMP:20260429T123645 CREATED:20230809T022150Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T165400Z UID:9884-1722862800-1722870000@sscartcenter.org SUMMARY:Eselean Goree Henderson: A Practice in Clay 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/eselean-goree-henderson-a-practice-in-clay/ CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sscartcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/https___cdn.evbuc_.com_images_564606839_395879584837_1_original.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240727T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240727T123000 DTSTAMP:20260429T123645 CREATED:20241003T170814Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241003T170814Z UID:10216-1722072600-1722083400@sscartcenter.org SUMMARY:The Power of Our Ancestors and Remembrance 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-power-of-our-ancestors-and-remembrance-2/ LOCATION:South Chicago Farm\, 9001 S Mackinaw Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60617\, United States CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/gif:https://sscartcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/unnamed-1.gif END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240727T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240727T120000 DTSTAMP:20260429T123645 CREATED:20240917T180036Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240917T180036Z UID:10172-1722072600-1722081600@sscartcenter.org SUMMARY:The Power of our Ancestors and Re(membrance) 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-power-of-our-ancestors-and-remembrance/ LOCATION:South Chicago Farm\, 9001 S Mackinaw Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60617\, United States CATEGORIES:Events,ReSOURCE ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sscartcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/power-ancestors.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240608 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240901 DTSTAMP:20260429T123645 CREATED:20250118T161543Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250123T003208Z UID:10759-1717804800-1725148799@sscartcenter.org SUMMARY:Adler and Adler 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/adler-and-adler/ LOCATION:South Side Community Art Center\, 3831 S Michigan Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60653\, United States CATEGORIES:Exhibitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://sscartcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/adler_adler.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240412T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240412T200000 DTSTAMP:20260429T123645 CREATED:20240404T031108Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240510T003858Z UID:10076-1712941200-1712952000@sscartcenter.org SUMMARY:3831 CINEMA: FOR THE LOVE OF BLACK 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/3831-cinema-for-the-love-of-black-artists/ CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sscartcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/DBA_Art_2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240409T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240409T190000 DTSTAMP:20260429T123645 CREATED:20240404T030334Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240404T030550Z UID:10069-1712682000-1712689200@sscartcenter.org SUMMARY:BENDING LIGHT ARTIST TALK: SOUTH SIDE NIGHT x EXPO 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/bending-light-artist-talk-south-side-night-x-expo-chicago/ CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sscartcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/NM26136-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240330T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240330T150000 DTSTAMP:20260429T123645 CREATED:20240329T205130Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240329T205130Z UID:10054-1711803600-1711810800@sscartcenter.org SUMMARY:BLACK WOMEN ENTREPRENEURS AS WORLDBUILDERS 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-women-entrepreneurs-as-worldbuilders/ CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sscartcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/SSCAC_BW-WORLDBUILDERS.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240310T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240310T130000 DTSTAMP:20260429T123645 CREATED:20240312T200950Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240312T202905Z UID:10031-1710072000-1710075600@sscartcenter.org SUMMARY:Flash\, Focus: A Camera Demo Workshop with Latitude 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/flash-focus-a-camera-demo-workshop-with-latitude-chicago/ CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sscartcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Gordon-Parks-with-Contax-II-courtesy-Gordon-Parks-Foundation.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240224T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240224T150000 DTSTAMP:20260429T123645 CREATED:20240223T223958Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240223T224030Z UID:10018-1708779600-1708786800@sscartcenter.org SUMMARY:Honoring Hunt: Legacies in Chicago Black Metalworkers 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/honoring-hunt-legacies-in-chicago-black-metalworkers/ CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sscartcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/16nat-richard-hunt-obit-02-superJumbo.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240203T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240203T150000 DTSTAMP:20260429T123645 CREATED:20240124T222208Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240124T222208Z UID:10010-1706965200-1706972400@sscartcenter.org SUMMARY:Bronzeville in Reel Time with South Side Home Movie Project 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-in-reel-time-with-south-side-home-movie-project/ CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sscartcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/SSHMP_2022_WILLIAMS_00005_Bud-Billiken-03.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231216T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231216T160000 DTSTAMP:20260429T123645 CREATED:20231213T224715Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231213T224810Z UID:10004-1702728000-1702742400@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-2/ CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sscartcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Screen-Shot-2023-12-12-at-4.34.39-PM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231209T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231209T160000 DTSTAMP:20260429T123645 CREATED:20231206T183635Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231206T183635Z UID:9994-1702123200-1702137600@sscartcenter.org SUMMARY:A BLACK ARTIST RECEPTION 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/a-black-artist-reception-at-3831/ CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sscartcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/NM21668-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231202T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231202T150000 DTSTAMP:20260429T123645 CREATED:20231127T183951Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231127T184023Z UID:9987-1701522000-1701529200@sscartcenter.org SUMMARY:Iteration(s)\, with Jared Brown and Briana 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/iterations-with-jared-brown-and-briana-lynn/ CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sscartcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Poetry-Foundation_-0-446.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231118T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231118T150000 DTSTAMP:20260429T123645 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:20260429T123645 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:20260429T123645 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:20260429T123645 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:20260429T123645 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:20260429T123645 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:20260429T123645 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:20260429T123645 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:20260429T123645 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:20260429T123645 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:20260429T123645 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:20260429T123645 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:20260429T123645 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:20260429T123645 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:20260429T123645 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:20260429T123645 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:20260429T123645 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 END:VCALENDAR