Art & Cultural Events
The 6100 S. Blackstone building has a reputation among art and cultural communities at a local, regional, and international level. Since its founding, Experimental Station has continued the building's mission of providing space for art and cultural events and supporting cultural producers from Chicago's South Side and beyond.
Interested in hosting an event at Experimental Station?
Upcoming Events
Sounds Like Jazz: Experimental Station Fundraiser
Join us on Sunday, April 28th (6-9 PM) at Experimental Station for "SOUNDS LIKE JAZZ", an evening of musical, magical, and poetic entertainment curated by SAM THOUSAND while supporting the South Side!
Opening Passages: Photographers Respond to Chicago and Paris
Opening Passages is a photographic exhibition bringing together the perspectives of ten emerging French and American artists whose works explore the dynamic social landscapes of Chicago and Paris. The unique approaches of the photographers highlight the historic processes of urban redefinition taking place in both cities with subtlety and accuracy.
61st Street Farmers Market [INDOOR]
The 61st Street Farmers Market will be holding its April [last] indoor market on Saturday, April 13, from 9am-2pm.
Illinois Food Scrap & Composting Coalition's 2024 Membership Appreciation & Networking Event
IFSCC and valued members Midwest Grows Green, Phoenix Bean, and The Urban Canopy will be bringing folks together on Tuesday, March 19, 2024 at both Ray Elementary Recreational Field and Experimental Station to network with fellow compost and composting enthusiasts. This is a free event and IFSCC members have priority admission. Become or renew IFSCC Membership.
Natural Lawn Care Workshop by Midwest Grows Green
A half-day Natural Lawn Care Workshop will cover the best natural lawn care practices, policies, and strategies. The workshop is best for managers of turfgrass, including those from park and school districts, municipalities, policymakers, non-profits, and corporate campuses.
Cooking Classes with Sherlon +Isaiah
Join Chef Isaiah and Chef Sherlon for an unforgettable cooking class where you'll learn the art of creating mouthwatering dishes from scratch. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned home cook, this class is tailored to suit all skill levels. Come solo or bring along friends for a fun-filled culinary adventure!
Bread Bake
Join us for a bread bake at Experiment Station on Sunday, February 25. We will be firing up our wood-fired oven from 3 to 8 PM. Come through for some baking fun and warm camaraderie! It is a family-friendly event, and children are welcome.
Court Theatre's Agora Conversation Series - Antigone
Agora Conversations invite thinkers, creatives, and activists to share bold ideas that shed light on the lived experiences of Chicagoans today; they are intended to connect the ideas on Court’s stage with current events. The inaugural discussion will complement Antigone.
FUSION: A Celebration of the 2023 Fellow Artists in Residence
FUSION: A Celebration of the 2023 Fellow Artists in Residence
High Concept Labs is presenting new works by the 2023 HCL Fellow Artists in Residence.
ARTSLINK ASSEMBLY 2023
ARTSLINK ASSEMBLY 2023
A two-day Assembly featuring perspectives from leading artists rooted in their communities around the world and key figures in cultural policy and practice, philanthropy, and social justice
2023 Wellness Portfolio: Subtle Movements — Hosted by Fea Soul
This First Series of the wellness portfolio will showcase Wellness Artists and their craft with an exclusive live demonstration as well as a talk show with a live public audience.
This showcase captures the energy of walking through an art exhibit and gathering a visual of the healing art styles before you.
Literary Arts Lab: Art & Trouble with Antoine Wilson
Literary Arts Lab: Art and Trouble is a two-day festival of public readings, panels, craft talks, and Q&As featuring writers Daisy Hernández, Chang-rae Lee, Antoine Wilson, and Jeffrey Yang in conversation with UChicago faculty, students, and community members. Come join us as we explore the intersections between art, trouble, imagination, and writing craft. Free and open to everyone.
Literary Arts Lab: Art & Trouble with Daisy Hernández
Literary Arts Lab: Art and Trouble is a two-day festival of public readings, panels, craft talks, and Q&As featuring writers Daisy Hernández, Chang-rae Lee, Antoine Wilson, and Jeffrey Yang in conversation with UChicago faculty, students, and community members. Come join us as we explore the intersections between art, trouble, imagination, and writing craft. Free and open to everyone.
A Song For Coretta by Pearl Cleage
DIRECTED BY MALKIA STAMPLEY
Thursday, October 12, 2023 | Experimental Station, 6100 S Blackstone Ave, Chicago
A reading by Definition Theatre as part of Goodman Theatre’s 2023 Pearl Cleage Festival.
In partnership with Goodman Theatre and the Experimental Station.
Fall Fête
Our brunch menu will include produce and pastries from our vendors at 61st Street Farmers Market. You will also get an insider tour of the Experimental Station including Blackstone Bicycle Works and 61st Street Farmers Market.
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