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Chicago Cultural Center
78 E. Washington St., 4th Floor
Chicago, IL 60602

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800 S. Desplaines St.
Chicago, IL 60607

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SHIFT - A New Media exhibit by Luftwerk

At the Chicago Cultural Center until January 5, 2014

SHIFT - A New Media exhibit by Luftwerk

The Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE) is dedicated to enriching Chicago’s artistic vitality and cultural vibrancy. This includes fostering the development of Chicago’s non-profit arts sector, independent working artists and for-profit arts businesses; providing a framework to guide the City’s future cultural and economic growth, via the 2012 Chicago Cultural Plan; marketing the City’s cultural assets to a worldwide audience; and presenting high-quality, free and affordable cultural programs for residents and visitors.

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Low Alert Dec 18, 2012 Cultural Advisory Council Meeting Schedule for 2013

Most Recent News (Cultural Affairs and Special Events)

Oct 15, 2013 Producer/Writer Dick Wolf To Give Keynote Address At City Of Chicago’s First Film And Media Summit
Oct 7, 2013 City Of Chicago Names 8 Food Trucks For Oct. 11 Rally
Oct 3, 2013 Halloween’s Franken Plaza Invades Daley Plaza, October 25-27
Sep 30, 2013 Revitalized 2013 Taste Of Chicago Profitable For The First Time Since 2007
Sep 30, 2013 City Of Chicago Announces October Food Truck Rally
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