Chicago Artists Coalition

CAC is a non-profit organization that supports contemporary Chicago artists and curators by offering residency programs, exhibitions, professional development and resources that enable them to live, work and thrive in the city. CAC is deeply committed to advancing the cause of art and its importance to Chicago’s culture and economy by cultivating a wide-reaching civic, philanthropic and public support network.

Press Releases

EDITION Chicago Returns this September

Thursday, May 15, 2014

The 2nd annual fair will showcase affordable art by national galleries, during EXPO Chicago.

2014 Launch Invitational Residency

Friday, May 9, 2014

Chicago Artists Coalition announces the second year of the Launch Invitational Residency, a nomination-based professional development opportunity for recent graduates of BFA programs across Chicago.

Joan Mitchell Foundation Awards CAR Funding

Tuesday, January 21, 2014

CAC receives its first grant from the Joan Mitchell Foundation to support the ongoing growth of the CAR website.

MacArthur Foundation Awards $150,000 for CAR

Monday, October 28, 2013

This major multi-year grant commitment will support the continued growth and expansion of CAR.

CAC Acquires the Chicago Artists Resource

Wednesday, August 22, 2012

Signalling an important expansion of programming and services, the CAC will now manage this comprehensive artist-focused website.

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