Events and Programs

In addition to our ongoing exhibitions and art classes, we offer special fund-raising events, public programs and an artist-in-residence program designed to engage audiences and offer new insights into contemporary art and practice. You will find a listing of these happenings on the agenda below, or you can link to our calendar. For information on other issues and developments regarding the Evanston Art Center, please read our news articles.

Turning Together: Ceramic Date Night

Date

Friday, November 7, 2025 - 18:00 - Friday, November 7, 2025 - 20:00

Join us for a fun night of pottery making with your date and a special offer from Ten Mile House for dinner!

$85 per couple

Click here to register

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23rd Annual Winter Arts & Craft Expo

Date

Friday, November 21, 2025 - 09:00 - Saturday, December 20, 2025 - 16:00

General Shopping: Nov 22- Dec 20

Preview Party: Friday, November 21, 6-9 pm

The Evanston Art Center's Winter Arts & Crafts Expo is one of the largest and most celebrated shows in the Chicago area. The Annual Expo showcases arts and crafts by over 150 selected artisans, featuring original, handmade works of jewelry, ceramics, fiber, metal, glass, painting, photography, mixed-media, and more.