Experience the Art Institute anew.
Luminary offers a host of programs that give you special access to the Art Institute’s collection, from private exhibition tours led by curators to illuminating lectures—and so much more.
LUMINARY EVENTS
Wednesday, December 11 | 6:00–8:00
Luminary Curator’s Choice: Jeremy Frey—Woven
Enjoy a private introduction to Jeremy Frey: Woven with curator Andrew Hamilton.
Wednesday, February 12 | 6:00–7:30
Luminary Close Look: Project a Black Planet—The Art and Culture of Panafrica
Join exhibition co-curators Matthew Witkovsky and Antawan Byrd for an private introduction to the exhibition.
View all upcoming Luminary programs.
Luminary Travel
Select travel opportunities led by Art Institute curators are offered to the foremost Luminary groups. Through occasional domestic and international trips, Luminary Diamond, Luminary Council, and Luminary Trust members have the opportunity to experience the research, curation and planning of future exhibitions, while deepening relationships with fellow art admirers and aiding in the exchange of ideas that inspire generations.
Upcoming Luminary Travel
Friday, May 2–Wednesday, May 7, 2025
Luminary International: Paris avec Gloria Groom
Join Gloria Groom, Chair and David and Mary Winton Green Curator of Painting and Sculpture of Europe and executive director of Initiatives in France, for a tour of Paris’s art world as you’ve never seen it before.
LUMINARY TOURS
Guided by esteemed Art Institute curators and museum experts, these small-group tours of acclaimed exhibitions are offered while the museum is closed to the public, so you can connect to fellow Luminary members and experience exhibitions in a personal and intimate way.
Each fifty-minute tour is limited to 18 participants and will be led by the curator or curatorial associate.
These tours are open exclusively to Luminary members, and advance registration is required. To sign up for a tour, or to learn more about Luminary, please contact us at (312) 443-3735 or luminary@artic.edu.
Upcoming Luminary Tours
New tours are in the works. We’ll make sure you know of them as they’re scheduled.
Attendance Information
To ensure a safe gallery experience, all guests must follow the visiting policies in place at the time of the event. Instructions for arrival at the museum will be provided at least 24 hours prior to each program.
Find further information on What to Expect on our website.
Contact Us
Luminary programs and tours are open exclusively to Luminary members, and advance registration is required. Questions? We’re delighted to help you sign up for a tour, learn about a program or find out more about travel, please reach out to us at (312) 443-3735 or luminary@artic.edu.
Questions? Please reach out to us at luminary@artic.edu.
