Markets, Mother's Day and festivals, oh my! May has arrived on Chicago's North Shore. There's something for everyone this month, from art and culture festivals to luxury car shows and architectural walks. And don't forget Mom on May 12th - we've got you covered with celebrations and gifts she's sure to love! | |
Winnetka Architectural Walking Tour - Early Settler Homes
THURSDAY, MAY 2
Clinton House | 538 Willow Rd., Winnetka
This 1-hour walking tour takes participants back in time, visiting twelve homes built in the 1800s for early Winnetka settlers. The tour begins at the Clinton House (built in 1872) and weaves through several of the oldest neighborhoods on the east side of the village. You can also tour this house on May 16!
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Tell Your Story Slam!
FRIDAY, MAY 3
Wilmette Theatre | 1122 Central Ave., Wilmette
Come see storytellers on stage riffing, interpreting, or going with the flow as they tell their personal story! The theme of the evening is “The Last Time…” so everyone who takes the stage will share a five-minute story related to this topic The evening’s emcees are Amy Falkowski and George Rafeedi.
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Evanston Made Maker’s Market
SUNDAY, MAY 5
Maple Street Garage | 1800 Maple St., Evanston
Celebrating its 6th year, the Maker's Market is a unique shopping experience and one of Evanston's most accessible and fun community events! Outdoors, in a covered parking garage, this market features hundreds of unique and one-of-a-kind, handmade goods like art, craft, wearables, jewelry, stationery, handbags and more! $5 suggested donation at the door. Can’t make it in May? Check out the August 4 and October 6 Maker’s Markets.
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Umbrella Arts Festival
SUNDAY, MAY 11
Fountain Square | 1601 Sherman Ave., Evanston
The annual Umbrella Arts Festival is a fun, interactive celebration of Asian American art, music, dance, food and culture in the heart of downtown Evanston. Free and open to all ages, guests will see a variety of artists, vendors, and performances featuring cultures representing Japan, China, Philippines, Bali, Cambodia, Korea, India and more.
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Mother’s Day House Walk
SUNDAY, MAY 12
Evanston History Center | 225 Greenwood St., Evanston
The Annual Mother’s Day House Walk returns, with interior visits to some spectacular private homes in Evanston’s Lake Shore Historic District. These beautiful houses have been selected for their architectural significance, important histories, and stunning interiors. Come enjoy this wonderful Mother’s Day tradition! Tickets range from $40 to $60.
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Northbrook Art in the Park
SATURDAY, MAY 11 - SUNDAY MAY 12
Village Green | 1810 Walters Ave., Northbrook
Art in the Park returns to downtown Northbrook’s Village Green Park from 10am to 5pm each day! More than 80 artists will show and sell their beautiful creations including paintings, sculpture, jewelry, ceramics, and more. Live music in the gazebo, festival food, and youth art activities make this a family-friendly event for all.
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Glenview Luxury Imports Exotic Car Show
SUNDAY, MAY 19
Railroad Avenue | Between Glenview Rd and Dewes St., Glenview
Attention car enthusiasts! The Glenview Luxury Imports Exotic Car Show is back for its 3rd year with more than fifty rare, exotic, classic and even celebrity autos! Admission is free, but raffle tickets will be sold to benefit The 100 Club of Illinois. Lively horn-heavy entertainment will be provided by Brass From The Past.
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Tuesday Night Market
TUESDAY, MAY 28
Wheeling Town Center | 375 W. Dundee Rd., Wheeling
Searching for locally made bread, jams, jellies or sweet treats? How about candles, flowers or items crafted with honey? Would you enjoy a home-brewed beer or a specialty coffee drink? Wheeling’s Tuesday Night Market has all this and more! Come stroll the Plaza while enjoying samples from 30+ vendors, along with live music.
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Evanston ASPA Lantern Festival
THURSDAY, MAY 30
Arrington Lagoon (Evanston Lakefront)
647 Sheridan Rd., Evanston
In honor of ASPA Heritage Month and inspired by the lantern festivals and traditions found across Asia, South Asia and the Pacific Islands, this event (which is open to all ages) offers community members a chance to come together with others to honor, remember, celebrate and commemorate through a collective act of floating lanterns.
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Actions For the Earth Art, Care & Ecology
THROUGH JULY 7, 2024
Block Museum of Art, Northwestern University, Evanston
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Shtetl in the Sun Andy Sweet’s South Beach 1977-1980
THROUGH OCTOBER 13, 2024
Illinois Holocaust Museum, Skokie
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No Rest: The Epidemic of Stolen Indigenous Women, Girls, and 2Spirits
THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2024
Mitchell Museum of the American Indian, Evanston
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