Art History

Is there an art school or art institute across from the Chicago Art Museum? This is on Michigan and my friend is having a wedding reception across from the Art Museum.

Art Institute of Chicago or the Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago? I'm going to be visiting Chicago for a day and would like to go to an art museum. But I don't know much about either. I'll be up there in May. As far as my preferences in Art, I like it all. I like a lot of traditional art and contemporary art (besides most of the my third grader could do that modern art). I'm going to school for architecture and minoring in Art History so I'd like to get the most out of this trip I could. Which Museum would you recommend? The Art Institute of Chicago, or the Museum of Contemporary Art? Thanks!

what is the song playing when stewie on family guy visits the chicago museum of art? the episode where he gets addicted to tanning and gets a mole and thinks he has cancer...and he visits the museum of art in chicago with brian and there is a slow pretty acoustic song playing...what is it? please help!

Can anyone tell me what painting I saw at the Art Institute of Chicago Museum? It is a painting of two young girls on a beach. They are holding hands and looking out into the ocean. I think they are wearing red dresses but I couldn't be sure. As of a couple years ago it was at the Museum of the Art Institute of Chicago, and I am guessing it is still there.

What famous paintings are located at Chicago Art Museum?

Chicago Art Museum? Does anybody know the cost of admission to the chicago art museum? Thanks! H.

What does it mean by when stewie goes to the chicago museum of art in family guy? What is it referenced to? In the episode where stewies get into tanning and thinks he has cancer after staying in a tanning bed for too long. They go to the art museum and he stares at the picture. Are they making fun of some movie or something?

What is your favorite thing to do in Chicago? What is the best art museum in Chicago?

Are photos allowed to be taken at the Art Institute of Chicago? I was just wondering if you're allowed to take photos at the Art Institute of Chicago museum. I've been to a few art museums, and I know the policy differs from place to place. Thanks for any help!

Where is Chicago's largest art museum located?

Most popular paintings in Art Institute of Chicago? What are the most popular (mainstream) paintings that are displayed in the Art Institute of Chicago museum? I really want to go, but I need to talk my boyfriend into going, so I'm going to see if I can find some paintings that he might recognize.

School of Art Institute of Chicago or School Museum of Fine Arts, Boston-Pros and Cons? SAIC or SMFA? I'm highly considering the two schools, but not sure?? Is one skool too stiff, and the other too relaxed? I know SMFA is for self driven artists (like myself) but choosing between the two is so painful, please insight from students or individuals also interested... **I've done research on the pricing..not worried about that too much, more worried about the characteristics of the school and the education/students...

What are the best Art Museums/Galleries in Chicago? I'm looking to travel there in the future, and was wanting to see if I could get some advice on where to go. The websites I've checked out haven't given me too much information, so if you know any sites/places... let me know!

Is there a way to get from the Elgin (Big Timber) train line to the Museum of Mexican Art in Chicago...? ...with use of another line? The museum is on 19th street near Ashland Avenue, and I see an el track on google maps. Does this el track meet at any stop at the big timber line? Thanks for all of the help in advance!

What are some of the best colleges, museums, art galleries, restaurants, and attractions in Chicago? I am traveling there within the next year and would love to live there and need to know about each of the above subjects in the Chicago area.

I need to know about all the art galleries in the Hyde park, Chicago area? I'm doing a group project in my art class. We have to choose an art community, visit art galleries, museums or centers. Pick an art work and interview the artist or the person who is exhibiting the art work about the art piece. I know about the hyde park art center but I'm not familiar with any art galleries. Can somebody help me?

art museum downtown....food? anyone know of any restaurants around the art museum in downtown chicago? NO chains please! (mcdonalds, burger king, etc!)

Which museum in the world contains probably the most valuable paintings? And what are probably tLouvreiggest ART museums in the world as far as how many valuable and famous paintings they have? Is the Art Institue of Chicago in the top 5 you think? My mom and I argued about this, she says it's second next to the Louvre but I disagree. I think the New York Metropolitan Museum of Art is next.

Weekend in Chicago April 25-27, any art shows for me to see? I've been to the Fine Arts Museum and the Contemporary. I'll be in the Loop, downtown!

Trying to find more information on the artist, Felix Palm, and who might collect his works? We have a black & white drawing of my father (16" x 20") done after WWII, signed by Felix Palm and dated April 14, 1946. I was able to match the signature to an example shown through (I believe) the Chicago Art Museum. We are trying to find out the possible value of this drawing.

art museum project help..? ok so i have this project to visit a museum for art history.. my teacher gave me 2 places to go to either the museum of contemporary art, or the art institute (both r in chicago).. and the artwork that she wants should be from the 1900-present.. so which museum do u think i should go to or is better.??.

If I have one afternoon to spend in Chicago what should I do? I'm going to Chicago for a wedding at the end of April, looking to do something on a Saturday or Sunday afternoon. I've been to the art museum before.

Has anyone been to the Art Institute of Chicago? I am writing a report for school about it and I forgot the name of a Rodin sculpture that I'm supposed to critique. It's the statue that is upstairs by the Impressionists section of the museum. Here. luckily I took a picture of it: http://pwnagepolice.googlepages.com/IMG_1085.jpg Does anyone know the name of this piece? Rodin is a well known artist so I figure someone should know this. I'm such an idiot, next time I'll remember to write it down before I forget. Anyway, if anyone knows please tell me and thanks. c_mortuum, OMG THANK YOU! You just saved my life. I would select your answer as best answer but yahoo wants me to wait 4 hours before doing so. Well, until then.. THANK YOU SO MUCH! :-)

Going to Chicago, what are the best places to see there? I'm already planning the chicago Institue of Art and the feild Museum (its a college sponsored trip) but after that I get the run of the city, any places I should see? I am on a budget do free sites or cheap sites would be best.

fun things to do in a museum? me and a few of my friends are going to Chicago on a school trip and we are being forced to "explore the muesum on our own" for two hours. its the big art museum that's in Chicago. but art museums are boring and we can't get out of going. is there any list for museums like "101 fun things to do in walmart"? please post suggestions! i had to spend endless hours in museums while i studied abroad and i don't like art museums except for the louvre. modern art tends to suck and jackson pollock's look like that splatter photograph backdrop they have at walmart and j.c. penneys. so please just answer my question, not comment on how not boring they are because i think they are boring and i'm very stubborn and blunt(think dr. greg house) and i'm not going to change my mind.

Where should i go when I visit Chicago? I will be going to Chicago for a weekend. I havnt been there before. I am interested in museums, art, some light shopping, and any activity that has to do with the outdoors. Have any suggestions?

I need help finding out who made this work of art!!? It is hanging up in the metropolitan museum of art in Chicago http://img387.imageshack.us/img387/4871/colinfm2.png I love it and want to order a print but, I have no idea who made it

I am looking for a reasonably priced hotel in downtown chicago for one night. any suggestions? We are planning a trip to the art museum and the sears tower and to do some michgan avenue shopping. I am looking for a hotel under 200 a night that is close to these attractions

Is there anywhere I missed to go when I lived in Chicago that´s a must when we visit in May? I´ve been- Shedd Aquarium, Sears Tower, Hancock, Science and Industry, Lincoln Park, Art Museum, and Planitarium. Anywhere else we should visit that is a must see?

what are the free days for chicago museums? i would really like to know some of these. the art institue is free on tuesdays, right?

Where can I see an image of the painting called "Hope"? "Hope" is a painting...the actual inspiration for "The Audacity of Hope" book name. I would like to know who painted it and where it can be seen..or if there's an online photo of it. Is it at the Chicago Art Museum by any chance?

Does anyone know where I can see a photo of the "Hope" painting? "Hope" is a painting...the actual inspiration for "The Audacity of Hope." I would like to know who painted it and where it can be seen..or if there's an online photo of it. Is it at the Chicago Art Museum by any chance?

Fun stuff do to with a one year old in chicago? It's my daughter's birthday on Thursday and she'll be one. I'm trying to find something to do that's fun for her on her birthday. I don't want it to be outside though because of the weather. I'm looking more for indoor activities or indoor parks, petting zoos, etc. I'm thinking of the childrens art museum but I'm not sure if that is good for a child her age. Any suggestions?

I’m going to Chicago, what is a good hotel? I’d like it to be near the places I will be visiting: The Art Institute of Chicago, The Field Museum, Frank Lloyd Wright Home and Studio. Sears Tower, Buckingham Fountain and Wrigley Field.

Chicago locals or ex-visitors what are the HOT SPOTS? I am going to Chicago this Friday for the weekend and want to really experience the city. I want to go to at least one art museum. What is the best restaurant? Other fun things? Cute fun things too. Going to "re-kindle" a flame :-)

Who is this artist...? I went to the Chicago Art Museum yesterday and saw this amazing series of photography that I absolutely loved. But the problem is that I forgot the name of the photographer. One of her series is called "Left Behind". She used to take pictures of crime scenes but then became Christiann and now her pictures centre around the family and Christian things. One of her picters is of a father combing his son's hair. Another is a familly prayer before dinner. And another of a little girl standing on a window ledge. Do you know the name of this photographer? I absolutely love photography and want to get a book of her pictures but need to know the name first. Thank you so much!

What make Chicago such a great city to visit or live in? I've heard that Chicago is a really cool and fun city to visit from several people and I was wondering what makes it so? I don't know much about it but I've always disliked places that are completely flat with no hills or mountains so i guess i never took the time to think about visiting Chicago but now I am more interested. I was born and raised in the San Francisco Bay Area and havel lived in San Diego for the past 6 years. I love it here and all the things to do and see here, can anyone whose lived or visited both places maybe tell me the differences and similarities between the two? I like cities and urban areas so what is it about Chicago that makes it such a great city? Aside from it's famous skyline and some history I really don't know much about it. Is the nightlife really fun? What are some interesting things to do? museums, theater, art shows, ect.. don't really interest me either. So hopefully someone can describe what makes this place worth visiting b/c I'm curious Also what the hell do people do there during winter? Do people do things outside at all or do they spend it indoors for months? I've never lived in a cold climate and wouldn't know what to expect. I've spent a week or two at a time in the mountains with cold and snow but never a long time.

what are the top places to see in Chicago? I'm going to be in Chicago in two days! YAY, but what should I see while Im there. Please name some awesome places to go. I would also like to go to a few cheaper place since im not made of cash. im already going to: the navy pier the shed aquarium the art museum and where is a good pizza place? i need things close to the blue line. -Mike

Is there anyone who will send a 16 year old girl to Chicago? I'm a 16 year old girl who lives in Washington DC and i attend Duke Ellington School of the Arts (Museum Studies Department). Each year all the school departments goes on a trip. Well so far i have not been to none. So the trip cost about $1,000.00 This includes the transportation, food, hotel every thing so i'm looking for someone to sponser me is there anyone out there

What are the "free days" at the various museums in Chicago? Or "donation only?"? Museum of natural History, Science & Industry, Art Institute, Adler Planetarium, etc. Any info is appreciated~

In Chicago, are there any interesting places to visit? In particular nature, historical sites, art museums, inspirational places, rear books stores and more.

Art Museums... How Do Artists Get In? Does anyone know how people get their artwork into museums/exhibitions? I'm REALLY curious! Does someone have to buy them, or does an artist have to prove worthy somehow by contacting the museum/exibition? I live in New Mexico, and I'm an artist, and I think I have a couple really worthwhile pieces, but don't know how to capture the attention of a public with them. I live in the middle of nowhere, as it is... we don't have alot of art (if hardly any) related things around here, it's mostly farming/ranching/dairy etc. I want to be able to sell my pieces in markets like Chicago, New York, ect... with me not having art shows or exhibitions near me, how can I get my artwork noticed? Southwest art sells around here... Pueblos, Indians, Cowboy paintings, and I'm some, but not much into drawing that. If people can splatter paint on a canvas and call it art, surely my stuff would sell, I do art... that actually looks like art haha! Anyone upto help me? 10 points for the most helpful answer!!

the best places in chicago? i'm thinking about visiting for for 3 or 2 days. and i absolutely LOVE chicago. but i only been to china town. and well, i need good landmarks to visit this time! art museum? list the absolutely BEST places. and describe them

1st Trip to Chicago this Weekend, Best Things to do? I'm visiting Chicago this weekend on sunday, monday and tuesday... this is what im visiting throughout my trip. Good list? Yay or nay? Something i should include? hot dougs, portillos, superdawgs giordanos, uno's, gino's, lou malnatis, wrigley field, my pie, hancock tower, alder observatory, navy pier, art institute/museum (anyone have the address/website for this? Same museum ferris buller went to) Anything i miss and should include?

art museums/ sites/ communities out west? my boyfriend and i are going on a road trip out west this summer. we're starting in chicago, then definitely going through missouri, colorado, maybe california, back through arizona, new mexico, and then back to chicago. we're not sure what cities we're going to stop in yet. What are museums that I shouldn't miss out this way? i'm an art student ,and don't want to miss anything out this way! Thanks!!

What are some unique (non-banquet hall) locations in Chicago for weddings? I would like some suggestion to places that are not your typical reception/ceremony locations. I'm looking for answers from people who have either had their wedding somewhere or attended one that was at somewhere that wasn't typical. No churches,hotels or standard banquet halls. I'm think more like museums, theatres,concert halls, art galleries or large restaurants. Something quirky and different but still classy. Also, if anyone has any price ranges that would be helpful. If someone has photos from the event I would greatly appreciate a link to them if possible. The location would be for anywhere between 125-200 guests.

Museum Internships? I am a Fine Arts major and would like to get a Curator internship at a museum in New York or Chicago. If anyone has any inkling of what it would require to do so or if you work for a museum, could you give me some advice? I know it's a broad question, so here: I'm currently a senior, and my BFA will be an emphasis on Photography and Furniture Design, however, I am planning on going to grad school to get a Master's in Art Theory and Criticism. I have no museum experience thus far, but I have a portfolio and resume. What would you do? Thank you! Oh, and my school isn't much help unless you are in the Architecture Dep't; the Fine Arts people are considered Arch "dropouts," so to speak. Bummer, I know, because it's a good program...

Please describe the best date you ever had, if you want.? Mine was an ethnic lunch and a trip to the Chicago Art Institute museum. Korean BBQ and discussions on modern art, yay! It was about 8 years ago, but I still remember it quite fondly. <sigh>

family trip to chicago? I am heading out to chicago on monday morning for a four day trip with my family (mom, dad, and 18 year old sister) I am 15. Are there any good areas that are a must see? what about shopping? my sister and I are vegetarian are there any good resturants? We also want to see any museums, gardens, or works of art in Chicago, any suggestions?

Metro/Rail/Getting around Chicago Questions? My friend and I are taking a trip up to Chicago this coming weekend to see a concert at the First American Bank Amphitheater in Tinley Park. We are at a hotel right down the street. We would like to go downtown to go sight seeing Saturday during the day (maybe try to hit a Second City Comedy Show matinee or go to the art museum). If we did not want to drive, what would be the easiest way of getting from Tinley Park to downtown, Second City-area-ish or Art Museum area? What lines, stops and whatever else would we need? Also around how much would this cost? Thanks -Mark

A 3-day trip in Chicago for a teenage girl? (shopping and art )? I'm a 17-year-old girl and i'm gonna travel to Chicago for a short trip in less than a week. It'll be my first time to Chicago and I'll be staying at the Palmer HIlton Hotel. I'm just wondering if anyone can give me any suggestion of where I should go for shopping (stores and malls nearby the hotel that are for people around my age). I want want to get a decent haircut so if anyone can recommend any good hair salon in Chicago, that'd be good. And if I have extra time, I will go to museums too.

what to wear downtown? im going to downtown chicago to the art museum. it will be the afternoon whats something cute and fashionable that i should wear? its going to be like 20 degrees out

What song is this? what is the song called 16:01 into this episode of family guy? http://familyguynow.com/watch.php?id=511 also, you might just know if i tell you where it was: stewie made a list of things he wanted to do before he "dies" of skin cancer. brian reads from the list: "visit the chicago museum of art... ok, we can do that." so, what was the song playing over the part where it was zooming in on stewies face and the painting?

info on these places in chicago...? -potbelly's sandwich shop -giordano's pizza -museum of science & industry -billy goat tavern -michigan avenue -au bon pain (restaurant) -navy pier -freedom museum -hard rock cafe -art institute of chicago -shopping at state street -a good inexpensive place to eat @ state street? i know this is long but i would really appreciate knowing how these places are. thank u!

any one out there from chicago? My fiance and i are getting married in september and iplan on honeymooning in chicago. We want to be able to see the field museum, the art institute, the science center and the aquarium while we are there. Can anyone recommend a nice hotel to stay at where we are close to these attractions? And if not a specific hotel, a street that is centraliy located so we can look for hotel there? thanks so much!!

Is the Chicago pass card worth getting? it has field museum, museum of science and industry, brookfield zoo, lincoln park zoo, art museum, shed aquarium, observatory, Sears tower sky deck, nature museum and boat tour and other etc. for 118 dollars 5 days.

help me !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! how much does it cost to get in science art museum in chicago for kids ,teenager and adults

is anybody going to chicago?or has been? and who has been to the art museum

Lack of culture? My parents said that I should go see plays and stuff. I went to the DuSable museum (Chicago), and I saw "The Lion King" play. I liked neither. My Mom tried to take me to the art museum and I said no. Now I do like museums. When I went to New York I went the the American Museum of Natural History (I think that's what it's called) and I try to go the Museum of Science and Industry at least once a year. I just don't like it when my Mom tries to drag me to plays and stuff. My Mom says I need to develop some culture. I disagree. I think I'm fine. I wonder how can you guage culture? "How do you know you don't like it if you don't go." I know I don't like plays because I've seen plays. I've seen plays in person, and on video, and they are very boring. Besides, why watch plays anymore. We have movies. Thank God for special effects.......

Does anyone know a good restaurant in Chcago that serves Thai food? Anywhere in central Chicago, that would have to be. Or any other of worth near The Chicago Institute of Art. A friend of mine and I are going to the museum tomorrow and are planning a week end around it? If you can offer any suggestions, please do. At some point we'll be hungry!!! Thanks.