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City in a Garden: Queer Art and Activism in Chicago

About this event

City in a Garden: Queer Art and Activism in Chicago is an intergenerational group exhibition that highlights Chicago’s essential role in the story of queer art and activism. It examines this history from the mid-1980s, focusing on the response to the AIDS crisis and the reclamation of the term 'queer' as a liberatory identity. The exhibition features work from over 30 artists and collectives, showcasing diverse media that document queer spaces, challenge normative depictions of gender and sexuality, and explore queer intimacy. The title reflects Chicago’s motto, 'Urbs in Horto', symbolizing a vision of a sanctuary for all people. Curated by Jack Schneider and Korina Hernandez, the exhibition emphasizes the ongoing fight for LGBTQ+ rights amidst political challenges.

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