The Chicago Archives + Artists Project highlights Chicago archives and special collections that give space to voices on the margins.

Chicago Archives + Artists Festival: Embodying the Archive

August 2nd – August 4th, 2024

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Chicago Archives + Artists Project: Case Studies in Collaboration features over three dozen Chicago artists, archivists, librarians, writers, curators, community organizers, and editors we adore.