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Arts of Life

A collective space for artists with ID/D to expand their practice & strengthen their leadership. Non-Profit Arts Community

09/19/2025

our Silent Auction is now live and Raffle items are being added often! Get your tickets and start your bidding TODAY for our 6th Annual Benefit Auction and Dance Party October 4th!
Here's a look back at the last 5 years of raffles and auctions, can't wait to experience this energy together again!

09/18/2025

The Arts of Life’s 25th Anniversary benefit auction is a not to be missed Silver Anniversary themed party at the Epiphany Center for the Arts. Supporters near and far can get a jump start with our SILENT AUCTION, which is now LIVE!! Whether you are expanding, or just starting your collection, our thoughtfully curated auction is sure to have something for you. Start your bidding!

⭐️ The silent auction will close on Saturday October 4th at 9:00 PM CST, following our live auction which will be conducted live during the event.

⭐️ Click the links below to view all items up for auction and buy tickets to the event.

Auction -> https://app.betterunite.com/aofl25/Offers?silentauction=1

Tickets -> https://app.betterunite.com/aofl25/

Your participation in this annual event directly supports the creative practices and professional development of 80 plus artists with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

09/11/2025

Just over three weeks to the biggest party of the year! Swipe through to see some past attendings living it up and then get your tickets today!
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Arts of Life Benefit Auction + Dance Party
October 4th
Epiphany Center for the Arts

09/08/2025

The Riverwalk installation was created in partnership with Arts of Life—a nonprofit championing artists with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

09/05/2025

Taking some time today to give our artists their flowers!

08/22/2025

We had a blast at last night's opening for our first ever museum exhibition! Here's a look back at some favorite museum and gallery visits!

08/20/2025

Thanks to LeeAnn Trotter and NBC for checking out our Design Museum exhibition which is now open to the public! We hope we’ll see you at our special after-hours reception tomorrow night, Thursday Aug 21 from 5-8pm! Meet our artists and see their incredible work!

View the whole segment-> https://lnkd.in/gWXXjQc2

WHEN:
Thursday, August 21
5 - 8pm

WHERE:
Design Museum of Chicago
72 E Randolph St Floor 1
Chicago, 60601�
ADMISSION:
Free and Open to the Public

Where:
Design Museum of Chicago
72 E Randolph St Floor 1
Chicago, 60601

08/15/2025

to iconic best buds Mike and Dave! Along with co-founder Ronnie, Mike is the other non-current artist included in our 25th anniversary book and exhibition Community on the Make, now on display at the Design Museum.

Join us next Thursday for the opening reception to celebrate community and see the work of Dave, Mike, Ronnie, and many others!

08/12/2025

We are so excited!!! Our retrospective exhibition is up at the Design Museum of Chicago!!! Community on the Make runs through Sept 30th. Join us for the public opening reception next Thursday, August 21st 5-8pm!

A special thank you to Artist Frame Service!

Accessibility: The exhibition is fully wheelchair accessible. Restrooms can currently only be reached by stairs due to elevator repairs. Accessible bathrooms are available across the street at the Chicago Cultural Center, open daily 10am-5pm.

Admission:
Free and Open to the Public
Hours: 10am – 5pm

Where:
Design Museum of Chicago
72 E Randolph St Floor 1
Chicago, 60601 
 

08/08/2025

Channeling balance, flexibility, strength, and mindfulness heading into this weekend! Yoga and meditation have long been part of Arts of Life's programming; longtime volunteer still leads Yoga every Thursday over Zoom! Grateful for years of weekly opportunities to center ourselves together.

08/07/2025

Our retrospective exhibition at the Design Museum of Chicago opens to the public in a few days! Come check out Community on the Make | Arts of Life 2000 – 2025.
Here’s a sneak peak at a few pieces from the exhibition.

Exhibition Dates: August 11th – September 30th

Public Opening Reception: Thursday, August 21st (5 – 8pm)

Featured Artists:
Adrian, Ariée, Chris Austin, Renata Berdes, Matt Bodett, Austin Boehs, David Bremer, Maileen Bugnaski, Raina Carter, Guy Conners, Bojana Crnomarkovic, Veronica Cuculich, Samarem Diaz Negrete, Andreana Donahue, Rio Goodwin Perez, Ted Gram Boarini, Stefan Harhaj, Megan Harrigan, Noel Herrera, Nik Heusman, Marcus Imani Kennedy, Emory Jones, Maggie Kamphausen, Anna Kramer, Alexis Krebs, David Krueger, Hana Kulovic, Lawrence M, Ben Marcus, Mike Marino, Noel Mercado, Nick Merlock Jackson, Travis Morehead, Noel Morical, Ingrid Olson, Tim Ortiz, Susan Pasowicz, Hubert Posey, Brian Reed, Mina Romero, Nicholas Schutzenhofer, Alex Scott, Karim Shuquem, Anne Skaug, Annie Soler, Kelly Stone, Tim Stone, Cody Tumblin, Maria Vanik, Chris Viau, Allison Wade, Lacey Whittaker, Jean Wilson, Joshua With, Marvin Young, Christina Zion

Drop by the museum during open studio hours to meet our artists and see what they’re working on! Other activities will include workshops, art critiques, and more! Artist Residency Hours: Thursdays 11am - 1pm Aug.28-Sept. 25.

Admission:
Free and Open to the Public
Hours: 10am – 5pm  Where:
Design Museum of Chicago
72 E Randolph St Floor 1
Chicago, 60601 
 

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