More than a Gallery. It's a Community Space.
CHICAT is privileged to be home to Gallery 1701, a beautiful sunlit art gallery that rivals high end galleries in affluent parts of our city, yet is accessible to the under-resourced communities that we are proud to serve. More than a place to display art, it is a place to convene and catalyze community. That is the true power of art: it not only inspires, it activates! We prioritize works by BIPOC artists who may not have the opportunity or resources to display in traditional galleries. We are grateful to be able to shine a spotlight on their work, thereby allowing it to touch the lives of our students and the communities we serve.
Meet our Gallery Coordinator: Yidi Wang
Yidi Wang is an interdisciplinary new media artist, educator, and curator. She received her MFA at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, majoring in Emerging Technologies. She has previously focused on using design to solve social problems through interactive installations. Yidi is an extraordinary talent who is profoundly committed to elevating Gallery 1701 into a vibrant community activation space.
NOW SHOWING: LOUD AND PROUD
Celebrating the work of LGBTQIA+ artists and allies in honor of Pride Month
Loud & Proud honors queer creativity, resilience, and visibility—highlighting work that explores identity, chosen family, community, protest, joy, and the simple yet radical act of being. From bold declarations to quiet affirmations, we welcome artwork that speaks to what it means to live fully, unapologetically, and with pride. The exhibition is both a celebration and a catalyst—advancing CHICAT’s mission to cultivate inclusive, empowering creative spaces for all. Interested in attending our celebratory reception on June 26?
PAST EXHIBITS
Adult Photography and Game Art Show Spring 2025
