BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//South Side Community Art Center - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH 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: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 BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20260308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20261101T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20270314T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20271107T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240727T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240727T120000 DTSTAMP:20260429T123406 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;TZID=America/Chicago:20240727T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240727T123000 DTSTAMP:20260429T123406 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:20240805T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240805T150000 DTSTAMP:20260429T123406 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:20240831T020000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240831T160000 DTSTAMP:20260429T123406 CREATED:20241003T165746Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241003T170009Z UID:10212-1725069600-1725120000@sscartcenter.org SUMMARY:Garden Griots: Community Storytelling with Candace Hunter 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/garden-griots-community-storytelling-with-candace-hunter-2/ LOCATION:Bronzeville Neighborhood Farm\, 4148 S Calumet Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60653\, United States CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sscartcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/IMG_0483.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240831T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240831T160000 DTSTAMP:20260429T123406 CREATED:20240917T180203Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240917T180203Z UID:10169-1725112800-1725120000@sscartcenter.org SUMMARY:Garden Griots: Community Storytelling with Candace Hunter 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/garden-griots-community-storytelling-with-candace-hunter/ LOCATION:Bronzeville Neighborhood Farm\, 4148 S Calumet Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60653\, United States CATEGORIES:Events,ReSOURCE ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sscartcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/garden-giots.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240914 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241222 DTSTAMP:20260429T123406 CREATED:20241026T145800Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250129T232904Z UID:10681-1726272000-1734825599@sscartcenter.org SUMMARY:ReSOURCE DESCRIPTION:About this event \n \n \n \n Be a part of history! The South Side Community Art Center (SSCAC)\, the country’s oldest continuously operating Black arts institution\, is thrilled to announce its upcoming renovation and expansion project. Join us for a special Community Design Unveiling and explore the exciting future of SSCAC. This event will showcase the transformation of the Center with designs created by Future Firm and wrkSHäp | kiloWatt\, highlighting the balance between preserving SSCAC’s rich history and introducing bold\, accessible\, and sustainable new spaces. Learn about the plans to expand visitor capacity by 398%\, create museum-grade galleries\, rooftop event spaces\, and honor the building’s historic legacy. This is a unique opportunity to see how this iconic Bronzeville institution will evolve to better serve the community\, support Black artists\, and enrich future generations.  Questions? Please contact us at capitalproject@sscartcenter.org URL:https://sscartcenter.org/event/resource/ LOCATION:South Side Community Art Center\, 3831 S Michigan Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60653\, United States CATEGORIES:Exhibitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sscartcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/resource-exhibition-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240914T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240914T150000 DTSTAMP:20260429T123406 CREATED:20240917T180843Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240925T102815Z UID:10179-1726315200-1726326000@sscartcenter.org SUMMARY:Opening Reception for ReSOURCE 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/opening-reception-for-resource/ LOCATION:South Side Community Art Center\, 3831 S Michigan Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60653\, United States CATEGORIES:Events,ReSOURCE ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sscartcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/ReSource-opening.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240921T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240921T190000 DTSTAMP:20260429T123406 CREATED:20241003T171501Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241024T033412Z UID:10218-1726923600-1726945200@sscartcenter.org SUMMARY:All Things Wood: Ancestral Staff and Art Installation 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/all-things-wood-ancestral-staff-and-art-installation/ LOCATION:Earl’s Garden Mae’s Kitchen\, 6900 S Prairie Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60637\, United States CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sscartcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/EGMK-IG-Staff-9_21.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241019T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241019T150000 DTSTAMP:20260429T123406 CREATED:20241003T170358Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241031T123119Z UID:10214-1729342800-1729350000@sscartcenter.org SUMMARY:Resilience & Renewal: Connecting with the Earth\, the Ancestor and Your Hidden Gifts 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/resilience-renewal-connecting-with-the-earth-the-ancestor-and-your-hidden-gifts/ LOCATION:South Side Community Art Center\, 3831 S Michigan Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60653\, United States CATEGORIES:Events,ReSOURCE ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sscartcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/HEALING-WORKSHOP.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241026T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241026T160000 DTSTAMP:20260429T123406 CREATED:20241003T164245Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241031T123107Z UID:10207-1729940400-1729958400@sscartcenter.org SUMMARY:Harvest 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/harvest-festival/ LOCATION:Bronzeville Neighborhood Farm\, 4148 S Calumet Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60653\, United States CATEGORIES:Events,ReSOURCE ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sscartcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/BNF-Harvest-Festival-Ad.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241206T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241206T200000 DTSTAMP:20260429T123406 CREATED:20241003T165508Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241031T123058Z UID:10209-1733508000-1733515200@sscartcenter.org SUMMARY:Family Table: Hearth 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/family-table-hearth/ LOCATION:SkyART South\, 3026 E 91st St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60617\, United States CATEGORIES:Events,ReSOURCE ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sscartcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/SkyART-Family-Table-Ad.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250215T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250215T154500 DTSTAMP:20260429T123406 CREATED:20250206T011155Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250206T011709Z UID:10781-1739617200-1739634300@sscartcenter.org SUMMARY:Between Sound & Sight Symposium: Mapping the Sonic Imprints of Charles White’s Vision explores sound\, image\, and history. 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/between-sound-sight-symposium-mapping-the-sonic-imprints-of-charles-whites-vision-explores-sound-image-and-history/ LOCATION:Logan Center for the Arts\, 915 E 60th S\, Chicago\, IL\, 60637\, United States CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://sscartcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/GeraldClaytonWhiteCitiesLoganSymposiumWebsiteBanner-copy.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250222T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250222T140000 DTSTAMP:20260429T123406 CREATED:20250206T171645Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250206T171658Z UID:10785-1740229200-1740232800@sscartcenter.org SUMMARY:Official unveiling renovation & expansion designs\, project updates\, and how SSCAC will remain a beacon of Black art & culture 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/official-unveiling-renovation-expansion-designs-project-updates-and-how-sscac-will-remain-a-beacon-of-black-art-culture/ LOCATION:Apostolic Faith Church\, 3823 S Indiana Ave\, Chicago\, 60653\, United States CATEGORIES:Capital Project ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://sscartcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Exterior-NW-Night.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250328T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250426T000000 DTSTAMP:20260429T123406 CREATED:20250220T021206Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250702T194435Z UID:10795-1743177600-1745625600@sscartcenter.org SUMMARY:Beyond Frames: Black Women Collectors Shaping Cultural Heritage 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/beyond-frames-black-women-collectors-shaping-cultural-heritage-in-chicago/ 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/2025/02/I-Look-For-You_Delita-Martin.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250329T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250329T153000 DTSTAMP:20260429T123406 CREATED:20250322T163859Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250702T193340Z UID:10814-1743246000-1743262200@sscartcenter.org SUMMARY:Black Women Collectors Shaping Cultural Heritage in Chicago Symposium 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-collectors-shaping-cultural-heritage-in-chicago-symposium/ LOCATION:South Side Community Art Center\, 3831 S Michigan Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60653\, United States CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/avif:https://sscartcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Beyond-Frames-1.avif END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250815T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250817T160000 DTSTAMP:20260429T123406 CREATED:20250724T204657Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250801T161000Z UID:10914-1755262800-1755446400@sscartcenter.org SUMMARY:Black Art Rising: The Art Sale 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-art-rising-the-art-sale/ LOCATION:South Side Community Art Center\, 3831 S Michigan Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60653\, United States CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sscartcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Art-Sale-Thumbnail.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250927T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250927T160000 DTSTAMP:20260429T123406 CREATED:20250919T200909Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250919T203214Z UID:10970-1758970800-1758988800@sscartcenter.org SUMMARY:SSCAC Salvage Day: Artist Appreciation & Moving Giveaway 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/sscac-salvage-day-artist-appreciation-moving-giveaway/ LOCATION:South Side Community Art Center\, 3831 S Michigan Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60653\, United States CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sscartcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Salvage-Day-Banner.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251016T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251016T210000 DTSTAMP:20260429T123406 CREATED:20250705T185625Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251016T192618Z UID:10890-1760634000-1760648400@sscartcenter.org SUMMARY:A CELEBRATION OF ARTISTS\, COMMUNITY AND CULTURE - SSCAC 85TH ANNIVERSARY 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/save-the-date-for-a-celebration-of-artist-community-and-culture/ LOCATION:Haven Entertainment Center\, 932 E 43rd St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60653\, United States CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sscartcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/85th-Banner.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260207T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260207T120000 DTSTAMP:20260429T123406 CREATED:20260128T180911Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T190137Z UID:11022-1770458400-1770465600@sscartcenter.org SUMMARY:PARIS IN BLACK / CHICAGO: WALKTHROUGH & PUBLIC DIALOGUE 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/paris-in-black-chicago-walkthrough-public-dialogue/ LOCATION:DuSable Black History Museum and Education Center\, 740 East 56th Place\, Chicago\, IL\, 60637 CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sscartcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Website-Imagesbanners-2000-x-1800-px.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260225T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260225T191500 DTSTAMP:20260429T123406 CREATED:20260218T193719Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T194154Z UID:11028-1772042400-1772046900@sscartcenter.org SUMMARY:SATELLITE EVENT | DESIGN DIALOGUE: A RENEWED SOUTH SIDE COMMUNITY ART CENTER DESCRIPTION:About this event \n \n \n \n Be a part of history! The South Side Community Art Center (SSCAC)\, the country’s oldest continuously operating Black arts institution\, is thrilled to announce its upcoming renovation and expansion project. Join us for a special Community Design Unveiling and explore the exciting future of SSCAC. This event will showcase the transformation of the Center with designs created by Future Firm and wrkSHäp | kiloWatt\, highlighting the balance between preserving SSCAC’s rich history and introducing bold\, accessible\, and sustainable new spaces. Learn about the plans to expand visitor capacity by 398%\, create museum-grade galleries\, rooftop event spaces\, and honor the building’s historic legacy. This is a unique opportunity to see how this iconic Bronzeville institution will evolve to better serve the community\, support Black artists\, and enrich future generations.  Questions? Please contact us at capitalproject@sscartcenter.org URL:https://sscartcenter.org/event/satellite-event-design-dialogue-a-renewed-south-side-community-art-center/ LOCATION:Chicago Architecture Center (Lecture Hall)\, 111 E. Wacker Drive CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sscartcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Exterior-NW-Night-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260412T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260412T140000 DTSTAMP:20260429T123406 CREATED:20260409T191118Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T191137Z UID:11077-1775995200-1776002400@sscartcenter.org SUMMARY:SATELITTE EVENT: A BLACK WOMEN IN THE ART CONVENING 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/satelitte-event-a-black-women-in-the-art-convening/ LOCATION:Blanc Gallery\, 4445 S Martin Luther King Dr\,\, Chicago\, IL\, 60653 CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sscartcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/BWIC.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260418T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260418T120000 DTSTAMP:20260429T123406 CREATED:20260407T194117Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T201614Z UID:11069-1776506400-1776513600@sscartcenter.org SUMMARY:SATELLITE EVENT: CREATIVE WOLD BUILDING WORKSHOP SERIES 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/satellite-event-creative-wold-building-workshop-series/ LOCATION:The First Presbyterian Church of Chicago\, 6400 South Kimbark Avenue\,\, Chicago\, IL\, 60637 CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://sscartcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/CWB-image.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260421 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261202 DTSTAMP:20260429T123406 CREATED:20260429T165232Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T165232Z UID:11154-1776729600-1796169599@sscartcenter.org SUMMARY:The Sound of the South Side: Jazz\, Form\, and Freedom 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-sound-of-the-south-side-jazz-form-and-freedom/ CATEGORIES:Exhibitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sscartcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/INTL-Jazz-Day-Banner-1.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR