10/22 SAVE THE DATE: Cocktails. Art. A cause you’ll love.

Mark your calendars for an evening that celebrates the power of art, community, and public education. Join Artists in Public Schools for our Annual Gala — a lively night of cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, music, silent auction, and inspiring stories about the impact of our artist residency program in Chicago public schools. For nine years, Artists in Public Schools has partnered with professional artists, students, and educators to create and share powerful stories through art. This year’s theme, Art Means Something, reflects the heart of that work — and we hope you’ll celebrate with us.

October 22, 2026 | 6-9pm

Arts Club of Chicago | 201 E Ontario St.

Image, Graduation Preparation – Benito Juarez Community Academy, Chicago (Pilsen), 2025 by Artists in Residence Jonathan Michael Castillo

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Artists in Public Schools creates artist residencies in Chicago Public Schools (CPS), providing expansive art making experiences for students, educators, and professional Chicago-based artists. Working together with a collaborative, community-focused mindset, we celebrate and widely share the unique stories of CPS students and schools through art and creativity. When the arts and aesthetics are integrated into education, work, and life, we strengthen our capacity to learn. Creating something is at the core of learning.