Categories: Chicago

EXPO CHICAGO dates shifted from September 2020 to April 2021

The International Exposition of Contemporary and Modern Art, EXPO CHICAGO, made an important announcement today related to its ninth edition. According to the announcement, the ninth edition of EXPO CHICAGO will take place from April 8-11, 2020, at Navy Pier. The traditional time slot for the event is September of every year.

The EXPO officials said that they decided to move the dates ahead on the base of their consultation with the galleries, collectors, institutions, and city officials. EXPO CHICAGO provides a flexible payment method to the exhibitors in the form of non-binding deposits. The proceeds of the exposition will be utilized to make contributions to the Arts Dealers Association of America (ADAA) and the New Art Dealers Association (NADA).

Tony Karman, the director and president of EXPO CHICAGO, said, “Art fairs are collaborative enterprises in which the organizers, galleries, collectors, institutions, residents, and leadership work together towards a set of shared goals.” Karman added that they decided to move the dates ahead to allow the exhibitors and partners to focus on reopening of their galleries.

The coronavirus pandemic has forced the galleries in Chicago to stay closed. They will go through a rebuilding process in order to reach the goals of successful reopening. Stephanie Cristello, the artistic director of EXPO CHICAGO, said, “The EXPO CHICAGO team is continuing to develop opportunities to enhance the upcoming edition.”

Both Karman and Cristello highlighted the importance of the exposition in April in the rebuilding of their partner galleries and institutions. EXPO CHICAGO is playing a leading role in the field of contemporary and modern arts at the global level since its inception. Mark Kelly, the commissioner of the Chicago’s Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events, said, “EXPO Chicago contributes greatly to the vibrant cultural and hospitality ecosystems of Chicago.”

Recent Posts

Chicago Proposes First-in-Nation Social Media ‘SMART Tax’

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson has introduced a new tax proposal targeting major social media companies as part of his effort…

14 hours ago

Chicago Teachers Union, CPS Reach $1.5B Deal Without Strike

The Chicago Teachers Union and Chicago Public Schools have reached a $1.5 billion, four-year contract that will shape classrooms across…

2 days ago

Early Bird Flu Surge Hits Europe, North America Hard

Europe and North America are confronting an unusually early and intense surge of bird flu, with outbreaks spreading across wild…

2 days ago

Chicago Fire, Versiti Partner for Community Blood Drive

Chicago Fire FC and the Versiti Blood Center of Illinois are partnering to host the Fire Up Blood Drive, a…

3 days ago

Jeanne Ives Warns Chicago Is ‘Bankrupt’ Amid Debt Strain

Former Illinois Representative Jeanne Ives said Chicago is effectively bankrupt and that investors are signaling growing concern over the city’s…

3 days ago

Turkey Adoption Programs Grow as Sanctuaries Shift Tradition

A growing number of farm animal sanctuaries across the country are promoting an alternative Thanksgiving tradition that invites families to…

4 days ago

This website uses cookies.