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June 16, 2009 -
Article
Challenges Facing Arts Organizations
MacArthur's Elspeth Revere discusses challenges facing Chicago arts organizations in a recent interview on Chicago Public Radio's show, 848. Read More
June 8, 2009 -
From the field
Art Institute of Chicago Opens the Modern Wing
The new Modern Wing of the Art Institute of Chicago houses the museum’s collection of 20th- and 21st-century art. The 264,000 square-foot building makes the institute the second largest art museum in the U ... Read More
April 14, 2009 -
From the field
Chicago Shares Theatrical Productions with New York
As a great theater town, Chicago often shares its theatrical works with New York. The latest example is Goodman Theater's production of Eugene O'Neill's Desire Under the Elms, directed by Robert Falls. Read More
January 7, 2009 -
Press release
Helping Chicago Groups Strengthen Global Reach
MacArthur announced $240,000 in new grants to help diverse Chicago organizations increase their international connections with four countries. Read More
December 30, 2008 -
From the field
Chicago Symphony Orchestra Announces Riccardo Muti as New Music Director
The Chicago Symphony Orchestra, led by Deborah Rutter, announced that acclaimed musical director Riccardo Muti has signed a 5-year contract to serve as the Orchestra’s music director. Read More
November 24, 2008 -
In the Media
"In Tough Times, Foundations Must Keep Giving"
From The New York Times
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October 28, 2008 -
Press release
Helping Chicago Organizations Increase Their International Connections
MacArthur awarded $260,000 in new grants to help diverse Chicago organizations increase their international connections with eight countries. Read More
October 24, 2008 -
In the Media
"Maltz Jupiter Theatre Company Announces 'We Create Art' Series"
From Broadway World
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October 10, 2008 -
Video
MacArthur's Commitment to Chicago
To learn more about the MacArthur Foundation's commitment to the city of Chicago, visit http://www.macfound.org.
Read MoreOctober 9, 2008 -
From the field
Josephine Lee of the Chicago Children’s Choir receives 3Arts Award
The award recognizes Lee's distinctive work with a no-strings-attached $15,000 grant. Read More
July 15, 2008 -
Press release
Chicago Organizations to Form International Connections
MacArthur awarded $325,000 in new grants to help diverse Chicago organizations increase their international connections with 16 countries. Read More
June 16, 2008 -
From the field
Newly Formed Jazz Partnership to be Presenting Sponsor for Chicago Jazz Festival
The City of Chicago and new presenting sponsor, The Chicago Jazz Partnership, announced the complete schedule for the 2008 Chicago Jazz Festival. Read More
