Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago

Congratulations to The National Public Housing Museum as it officially opens its doors this weekend! 🎉 This long-awaited moment celebrates the powerful stories of public housing residents and the fight for housing justice. Shoutout to artist Andrea Carlson, whose stunning mural, "Still Here: Zhegagoynak", now graces the museum’s exterior, and to Executive Director Lisa Yun Lee, whose vision and leadership have been instrumental in bringing this space to life. Lisa has a rich history with the MCA and we are thrilled to see the incredible impact she continues to make! Don’t miss this landmark moment in Chicago’s cultural landscape—visit nphm.org and explore the stories that shape our communities. Image credits: 1. NPHM Rendering of updates to the last remaining building of the 1930s WPA-era Jane Addams Homes in Chicago’s Near West Side. Courtesy of NPHM. 2. Installation of Invitation Wall mural Still Here: Zhegagoynak, Andrea Carlson, 2024.

Kaneza Schaal takes the MCA stage in just 2 weeks! In "KLII", Schaal exorcizes the ghost of King Leopold II, confronting racism, misogyny, and colonialism’s lasting impact. With striking visuals and a powerful operatic soundscape, you don’t want to miss this bold theatrical event! Performances run April 17–19 only—get your tickets today! https://lnkd.in/g4p9ZyXd #KanezaSchaal #MCAStage #MCAChicago

Make plans to join us the Vernissage Champagne Brunch as we kick off EXPO CHICAGO on April 24!

"I have always followed the artist—that has been my true north." Learn more about the MCA's Pritzker Director, Madeleine Grynsztejn, in an interview with Joachim Pissarro and Jennifer Stockman for The Brooklyn Rail's Director Series: https://lnkd.in/ghKmr9WY

"I can’t think of a more relevant and necessary exhibition right now than Wafaa Bilal’s survey at the Museum of Contemporary Art in Chicago."—Emily Watlington, Senior Editor, Art in America Read more at https://lnkd.in/gVVhxkPc

We are thrilled to announce "Yoko Ono: Music of the Mind," opening at the MCA on October 18, 2025. "Yoko Ono: Music of the Mind" presents one of the most comprehensive exhibitions to date of Yoko Ono, the trailblazing artist, celebrated musician, and formidable campaigner for world peace. This remarkable retrospective—on view at the MCA Chicago as the only US venue—celebrates key moments of Ono’s career, showcasing art driven by ideas and expressed in poetic, humorous, and profound ways. Learn more: mcachicago.org/yoko-ono Image credit: Yoko Ono with Glass Hammer, 1967, from "Half-A-Wind Show", Lisson Gallery, London, UK, 1967. Artwork © Yoko Ono. Photo © Clay Perry.

"This museum catalyzes conversations around contemporary issues and artistic evolution by showcasing works from established and emerging artists across various mediums. Its role in fostering artistic experimentation and encouraging dialogue makes the Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago a vital and transformative force within the Chicago art scene." Read more about Chicago's art scene, then plan your visit to the MCA! https://lnkd.in/gfezcyaw

Don't miss "Super Nothing" performances by Miguel Gutierrez, on stage at the MCA tonight and tomorrow. Only a few tickets are left! https://lnkd.in/gEtxFRz4

Chicago’s biggest art event is back, and we’re kicking things off in style! 🥂 Join us for a champagne brunch at Vernissage on April 24, benefiting the MCA’s learning programs, and get an exclusive first look at the latest in contemporary art. Bonus: Vernissage tickets include access to EXPO CHICAGO all weekend! Can’t make Vernissage? EXPO CHICAGO Opening Night tickets offer access all weekend long with special benefits including MCA discounts, free museum admission during the fair, and more. 🎟️ Get your tickets now: Vernissage → https://lnkd.in/gsxnYvWn EXPO CHICAGO Opening Night → https://lnkd.in/gaaD-BxS #EXPOCHICAGO #MCAChicago #ContemporaryArt #NavyPier

"Super Nothing" starts tonight! Don't miss this critically acclaimed dance performance, which searches for what a dance can do to confront the constant grief that we experience in our lives. A few tickets are still available for all performances! https://lnkd.in/gEtxFRz4