Mayor Rahm Emanuel and DCASE recently proposed "Art on theMART," a new permanent large-scale lighting installation across nearly three acres of the river-facing façade of theMART (formerly the Merchandise Mart). The project, privately funded by Vornado Realty Trust, is slated for a fall 2018 completion. "Iconic art and cultural programming on the Riverwalk has always been inherent and integral in helping us embrace the river as the city's newest recreational frontier," said Mayor Emanuel. "Art on theMART will be a visionary project that brings new energy to the Riverwalk, while strengthening Chicago's legacy of public art."

DCASE is excited to announce that Mavis Staples will headline the 35th Annual Chicago Blues Festival this June 8-10 in Millennium Park. Other headliners performing at the park's Jay Pritzker Pavilion over the three days will include Corey Dennison Band; Mississippi Heat with Billy Flynn and Giles Corey; Special Tribute to Bob Koester and the 65th Anniversary of Delmark Records; Selwyn Birchwood; Willie Clayton; Little Walter Tribute; Fantastic Negrito, Kenny Neal and Mavis Staples. The full schedule will be announced later this spring.

 

Chicago is the birthplace of the urban blues, gospel music, house music and more. In 2018 over three consecutive weekends, DCASE will celebrate the city's music legacy at the Chicago House Music Festival (May 26), the Chicago Gospel Music Festival (June 1-2) and the Chicago Blues Festival (June 8-10) on stage in Millennium Park, at the Chicago Cultural Center as well as in music venues and clubs throughout the city. Chicago is an arts powerhouse and a global destination for music lovers.

 

Wednesday, March 21, 6:30-7:30pm
Blackstone, 4904 S. Lake Park Ave.