UChicago Arts

Students looking at an art exhibit

Centering Creative Practice and Inquiry

The arts are central to the mission of the University of Chicago. With a strong tradition of cross-disciplinary practices, mixed with intellectual curiosity and creative energy, the University fosters a bustling arts community on Chicago’s South Side.

Dancer on stage

Experience UChicago Arts

The arts are vibrant at the University of Chicago, with performances, exhibitions, youth arts education, and instruction taking place across the many museums, theatres, galleries, concert venues, and art spaces that span the entire campus and beyond.

Children painting

Creative Citizenship

By educating and inspiring students, faculty, staff, and community through the arts, UChicago Arts builds a creative citizenry better prepared to meet the challenges of our time with intelligence and empathy.

Arts Academic Programs

Academic offerings at the University of Chicago include multiple degree-granting programs and research initiatives, as well as dozens of courses for non-degree students to explore the arts.

DISCOVER PROGRAMS IN THE ARTS

Student painting with instructor giving direction

Arts Research and Teaching

UChicago Arts promotes research and teaching as central to a transformative academic experience that blends creative practice with rigorous inquiry.