Breaking the Silence: A Veteran Art Show
Opening Aug 8, starting at 7pm.
Breaking the Silence is a juried exhibition of 30 works by Chicago-area veteran artists at the Oak Park Art League this August. Artist talks, live performances, and community events throughout the month. Free and open to the public.
Opening Reception | Breaking the Silence
Breaking the Silence kicks off tonight. This is the first night of a month-long exhibition of veteran-made work, including painting, sculpture, photography, and mixed media, filling the gallery at Oak Park Art League. Come see the show and meet the artists who made it.
Artist Talks & Poetry Readings | Breaking the Silence
Join us at Oak Park Art League as the artists behind Breaking the Silence step forward to talk about their work. Stick around after for Oak Park Art League's monthly poetry reading, open to all, running right behind the talks.
Closing Reception | Breaking the Silence
Join us for one last evening with the exhibition before it comes down. Revisit the pieces that stayed with you. Meet artists you might have missed the first time around. Say what needs saying before the walls go quiet again.
An evening for Breaking the silence
Fundraiser
Support Breaking the Silence, a veteran art exhibition coming to Oak Park Art League in August 2026. Join NCAG Chicago for a fundraiser evening on June 20 at The Rodam Club — open mic, veteran art raffle, free admission.
Call for Artists: Breaking the Silence Veteran Art Show
If you're a veteran artist in the Chicago area, this one's for you.
Breaking the Silence is an open call for veteran artists — 30 works will be selected for exhibition at the Oak Park Art League this August. Paintings, sculpture, photography, mixed media, and more. No entry fee.
THE MCCORD GALLERY PRESENTS: THE VETERAN’S EXPERIENCE THROUGH ART
The McCord Gallery’s show, The Veteran’s Experience Through Art, celebrates the diverse creative voices of those who have served. Come see original work from veteran artists across all styles and mediums.
When: March 2-28
Artist Reception: March 6, 6-8pm
Where: McCord Gallery
9602 W. Creek Road, Palos Park