Explore Cultural Connection and Creativity with Art + Access in Chicago
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2–3 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels with mostly indoor, stationary activities and some light walking.
Overview
Discover Chicago’s dynamic cultural art scene through Art + Access, a bilingual Spanish and English experience that bridges communities and creativity. Dive into authentic workshops and stories that capture the heart of the city’s artistic soul.
Art + Access (Bilingual Spanish & English)
1 hour • Grades 1 - 12 and Transition Programs
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About This Adventure
Experience a unique, inclusive museum tour designed to meet the social-emotional needs of diverse learners. Students engage with artworks through multi-sensory exploration, tailored strategies, and supportive tools, ensuring everyone can participate fully. This enriching experience fosters connection and understanding in a welcoming environment for all.
An experience tailored to meet the social-emotional needs in inclusive, integrated co-teaching, or self-contained classrooms
Duration
1 Hour
Language Capacities
Our educators have a range of Spanish fluencies representing diverse linguistic and cultural backgrounds. Our approach is to welcome students to contribute and engage in our tours using the language and strategies that are most comfortable for them.
About
Learners use their senses to explore and respond to objects from across the museum’s vast collection. Students engage with 3 artworks using a range of strategies that best support your classroom.
A Tailored, Inclusive Experience
This tour is tailored to meet the social-emotional needs of students in inclusive, integrated co-teaching (ICT), or self-contained classrooms. We are able to support multi-sensory explorations for students with sensory processing disorders, verbal description tours for students who are blind or have low vision, and incorporate touch objects and visual communication tools to support all learners.
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1 adult per 3 students in 1st grade general education classroom; 1 adult per 5 students in a 2-5th grade general education classroom; 1 adult per 10 students in a 6-12th grade general education classroom; up to 1 adult per student in Inclusive Teaching and Self-Contained Classrooms
Adventure Tips
Bring a notebook or sketchpad
To jot down ideas or sketch inspiration during workshops and tours.
Arrive early for the best seats
Early arrival guarantees a spot in participatory activities that fill quickly, especially in bilingual sessions.
Use comfortable shoes
You might do some light walking around galleries and street art locations, so plan accordingly.
Ask questions in your preferred language
The bilingual hosts encourage active participation in either Spanish or English to enrich your experience.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Urban squirrels commonly seen around event locations
- Birds like pigeons and sparrows in city parks nearby
History
Chicago’s Pilsen district has deep roots in Mexican-American culture, shaping much of the city’s art scene today.
Conservation
Many local artists and organizers focus on sustainable materials and community-based art that promotes environmental awareness.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Notebook or journal
Perfect for capturing insights and sketches during workshops.
Comfortable walking shoes
Helpful for walking between art sites and gallery visits.
Water bottle
Stay hydrated throughout the activity, especially in warmer months.
Light layer clothing
Spring weather in Chicago can change quickly; layering keeps you comfortable indoors and out.
spring specific