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Art in Chicago

Explore the exciting art world of Chicago. Study artwork in person, get some exercise, and earn up to three credits. Gain an introduction to navigating our vast local art resources, experience contemporary art, research the art of non-western cultures, and create a public art blog. Travel through the city on the Chicago Architecture River Cruise. Visit the Art Institute of Chicago, the Museum of Contemporary Art, the Museum of Contemporary Photography and other art spaces throughout the city.

Be prepared to walk several hours each day. Access to a cell phone with internet service and camera is highly recommended for this course.

  • All students must enroll in ART1823 (one credit) or ART1100 (three credits).
  • Fee: $414 for 3 credits; $138 for one credit; plus $97 for course fee. Students will need to buy their own Metra/CTA tickets.

Itinerary*

  • Day 1  Virtual Meet up
  • Day 2  Art Institute
  • Day 3  Art Institute and SAIC Galleries
  • Day 4  ​Museum of Contemporary Photography, Chicago Cultural Center, Museum of Contemporary Art
  • Day 5  ​Choose Your Own Adventure
  • Day 6  Chicago Architecture Cruise and Museum
  • Day 7  Virtual Meet up

​*Tentative itinerary, subject to change

Tuition and Registration

Tuition is for one or three credits. Tuition Total:$138-414. Payment plans available.

All students must take the course for credit. Pass/fail option available. Apply for field studies scholarships as soon as possible. For scholarship information email fieldstudiesaide@cod.edu.

Registration Information

What to Pack

Below are some practical suggestions of what to bring.

  • Water bottle
  • Sunglasses
  • Sunscreen
  • Sturdy sneakers or hiking shoes and hiking socks
  • Travel-size hand sanitizer
  • Phone with Google maps app is recommended
  • Camera/camera phone, battery charging pack (optional)
  • ​Notebook & pencil

Contact Information

Jackie Weaver, Associate Professor
Phone: (630) 942-3607
Email: weaverj1376@cod.edu