Elmhurst Art Museum presents an exhibit, In This House, from Jan. 20 through March 18, 2018. This group exhibit is set against the backdrop of McCormick House. It features the work of artist, writer and curator Michelle Grabner. Other artists in the exhibit are Brad Killam, Paula Crown and Tony Tasset. The museum is holding…
If you need a break from the busy holiday season, come discover a special, site-specific exhibit at the Elmhurst Art Museum (EAM) entitled Alex Chitty: They Will Bloom Without You. Chitty’s art, including drawings, sculpture, photos and video, can be seen now through Sunday, Jan. 7. The exhibition is in the museum’s McCormick House, one…
Come see the work of talented Chicagoland artists at the Elmhurst Artists’ Guild Winter Member Show. This annual event at the Elmhurst Art Museum begins on Sunday, Dec. 17, 2017 and runs through Friday, Jan. 26, 2018. The opening reception, which is free and open to the public, is on Friday, Dec. 22, 2017 from…
On Saturday, Dec. 9, you’ll have the opportunity to create your very own superheroes, anime characters and villains, thanks to Elmhurst Art Museum’s Cartooning Family Day! This special, one-day event is for kids and adults who want a unique opportunity to learn from artist and teacher Vincent Lotesto. Vincent will guide participants through a “character…
Dan Gibbons Turkey Trot has become an annual Thanksgiving tradition for a growing number of people in the Elmhurst area. They get together with friends and family and hit the streets before taking part in their holiday feast. All of us at BMW of Elmhurst encourage you to hit the streets on the morning of Nov. 23…
It’s the time of year to spread good cheer! And there’s no better way to share the joy this holiday season than by attending the first Elmhurst Tree Lighting Ceremony. It all happens on Saturday evening, Nov. 18 and it promises to be a great time for the entire family. Everyone at BMW of Elmhurst looks forward…
If you’re a country music fan, you’re sure to enjoy the Country Music Salute to Veterans on Saturday, Nov. 11, from 5:30-10 p.m. This family-friendly event combines great music, a celebration of veterans and a charity fundraiser to benefit Love Christian Clearinghouse, which assists families in need, as well as local veterans’ groups. Entertainment will…
If you were alive in the 1970s, you know that disco music was part of the soundtrack of that era. Chicago played a role in disco history during the infamous Red Sox game on July 12, 1979. The Elmhurst History Museum documents what happened that fateful night with an exhibit, “Disco Demolition: The Night Disco…
