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House Party
An unforgettable evening of contemporary art and community at The Art Institute of Chicago.
Upcoming Program
Featured Acquisition
Christo's Valley Curtain, 1973
Albert Maysles, 1973
Our Mission
The Society for Contemporary Art (SCA) supports the Art Institute of Chicago by engaging the community in a dialogue about the art of our time and acquiring works that enrich the museum’s collection.
The 2023 Annual Meeting beneath Margaret Honda's "Double Feature with Short Subject"
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