Hyde Park Art Center

Chicago


Hyde Park Art Center shows contemporary works by Chicagoans – many of them students (current or graduated) of the center's classes. There's usually a couple of exhibitions going on simultaneously. Check the calendar for yoga sessions, educational workshops and other events.

Transportation

  • bus: 6
  • metro: Metra Electric Line to 51st-53rd St

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