PreK-12 All-City Visual Arts Exhibition
In partnership with the Design Museum of Chicago (DMoC), the All-City Visual Arts Elementary and High School Exhibitions showcase 2D, 3D, and time-based artwork by CPS students in grades PreK–12 from any CPS school (including district-managed, charter, contract, and options schools).
PreK-12 All-City Exhibition Dates
- Exhibition Opening Reception:
Friday, May 1, 2026, 4-7pm
The Design Museum of Chicago (DMoC)
72 East Randolph Street, Chicago, IL 60601 - Exhibition Dates:
May 1 - May 30, 2026
The Design Museum of Chicago (DMoC)
72 East Randolph Street, Chicago, IL 60601
Open 10am-6pm Daily
Please note: The Design Museum is closed on Monday, May 26 for Memorial Day. - 2026 Honorable Mention Virtual Exhibition Launch:
Friday, May 1, 2026, 10am
https://cpsallcityvisualarts.org/
Extra/Ordinary
In partnership with the Art Institute of Chicago's Teen Council and the CPS Art Student Voice Committee, Extra/Ordinary: A Showcase of Chicago Public Schools Student Art highlights a diverse array of 3-D pieces by CPS students in grades Pre-K through 12 from across the district.
Extra/Ordinary Exhibition Deadlines for School Year 25/26
- March 5–June 5, 2026
The Art Institute of Chicago, Ryan Learning Center
Enter through the Modern Wing at 159 E Monroe
Open Wednesday–Monday, 11:00am–3:00pm
ART on THE MART
In conjunction with All-City Visual Arts (ACVA), ART on THE MART (AoTM) highlights selected CPS student artwork from across the city in a collaborative exhibition. A shining example of Chicago’s long-standing commitment to public art, ART on THE MART brings cutting-edge video mapping techniques to Chicago’s Riverwalk, displaying projections of contemporary art across the 2.5-acre façade of THE MART.
ART on THE MART Exhibition Dates
Exhibition Opening Reception
Thursday, May 21, 2026
Exhibition Dates
May 21 - May 31, 2026
THE MART Plaza - 222 W. Merchandise Mart Plaza
The show will run Thursday-Sunday at approximately 8:30pm.
Senior Portfolio
In partnership with the School of the Art Institute of Chicago (SAIC) and The Design Museum of Chicago (DMoC), the CPS All-City Visual Arts Senior Portfolio Exhibition offers high school seniors the opportunity to exhibit their artwork while gaining exposure among selected admissions representatives of various colleges and universities. Works of art will be shared as in-person and virtual exhibitions.
Senior Portfolio Exhibition Deadlines for School Year 25/26
- Senior Portfolio Application Opens
October 1, 2025 - Senior Portfolio Application Closes
November 23, 2025 - Senior Portfolio Notification of Acceptance
December 5, 2025 - Senior Portfolio Exhibition
January 7th - 14th, 2026 - Senior Portfolio Exhibition Opening
Wednesday, January 7th, 2026
