FACE VALUE: An Exhibit of Portrait Art
Exhibition :: September 5 - 26, 2026

Opening :: Sat. Sep 5 / 7:00 - 10:00 pm
Gallery Hours :: Sun. Sep 13 & 20 / 1:00 - 5:00 pm
Closing Performances :: Sat. Sep 26 / 7:00 - 10:00 pm

Face Value brings together diverse Chicago-based multi-generational artists using portraiture to examine the human condition as a deep archive of history, resilience, and personal truth. Featuring artists from across the city, we intentionally mixed artists of all ages and abilities, focusing on the universal impulse to see and be seen.

AGITATOR ANIMATION FESTIVAL 2026
& closing of the RIOT IN FLATLAND Exhibition

Screening :: Sat. Aug 29 / 7:00 - 9:00pm

Its the return of Agitator’s ANNUAL ANIMATION FESTIVAL. A worldwide showcase of local & international animators. Organized by CHRIS WELLEMS guest curator.

These 24 animation artists showcase a wide variety of visual styles, subject matters, narrative perspectives and they employ diverse methods of storytelling. All were chosen because they demonstrate the excellence of local and international DIY animators.

Agitator hosts weekly & monthly recurring creative workshops, figure drawing sessions and more. Visit our calendar listings for details and registration information.

FIGURE TUESDAYS - Live Figure Model Drawing :: Tuesdays, weekly

ARTISTS SALON - Critique Sessions :: 3rd Wednesdays, monthly

THE CHICAGO NOISE - Free Jazz Orchestra :: 3rd Thursdays, monthly

PROPAGATION LABS- SMP Art Projects :: 1st Mondays, monthly