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Evanston Art Center

1717 Central Street, Evanston, IL 60201

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The Evanston Art Center offers extensive and innovative instruction in broad areas of artistic endeavor through classes, exhibitions, interactive arts activities.

Dedicated to fostering the appreciation and expression of the arts among diverse audiences, the Evanston Art Center offers extensive and innovative instruction in broad areas of artistic endeavor through classes, exhibitions, interactive arts activities, and community outreach. The exhibit galleries feature contemporary artworks by emerging and established artists. The galleries are free and open to the public seven days a week. Docent led tours are offered for individuals or groups, exhibiting artists’ talks, interviews with curators and exhibition opening receptions also take place. A wide variety of art classes in multiple disciplines are offered for all ages.

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