The Best Contemporary Art Exhibitions In Chicago In 2016
From the Art Institute of Chicago to The Bean, the Windy City is known for its world-famous collection of sculptures, paintings, and designs. With various museums and galleries throughout the city, it can be difficult to narrow down which ones to visit, so we compiled a list for you. From the temporary to the permanent, here are the exhibits you must see this year.
1. Flamingo
Flamingo
Make your way over to The Federal Plaza to see Alexander Calder’s 50-ton steel Flamingo for a pop of color in the midst of a series of black and grey buildings. The iconic red statue was built with the same materials as the buildings around it, but the curvature of the steel combined with the vibrant red paint makes it stand out against its neighbors. As you walk underneath, through, and around the Flamingo, the statue encourages a sense of creativity and originality amidst the rigid lines and lifestyle of the office buildings surrounding it.
Flamingo, 50 W Adams St, Chicago, IL, USA
2. Agora
Museum
3. The Weight of Rage
Museum, Park
4. eighth blackbird
Museum
5. The Street, The Store, and The Silver Screen: Pop Art from the MCA Collection
Museum, Store, University
By Samantha Looney
Samantha is a recent graduate from Brigham Young University and majored in English. When she’s not reading or writing, she spends her time painting, baking gluten-free treats, and planning her travels around the world.
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