Our art exhibitions feature the work of living, innovative artists at the forefront of their fields. We mostly focus on Illinois artists in the three art galleries, including Preston Jackson.
Contemporary Still Life
Jun 27 - Aug 15 2025
Artists continue the tradition of still life. Tyler Hennings depicts common objects in a way that elevates their status to a grander scale. Cathy Engberg focuses on toys that reflect pop culture. Jeff Bess, influenced by surrealism, combines objects that are not typically paired. Marya Veeck acknowledges the autobiographical significance of a grouping of her accumulated belongings. read more
Installation by Sparker
Jul 11 - Aug 15 2025
Gallery 3R is transformed by Chicago-based artist Sparker (Sam Parker). Sparker earned her MFA from The University of Texas at Austin in 2014 and her BFA from Bradley University in 2011. read more