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© Julie Curtiss, La Machine, 2020. Oil and vinyl on canvas; 48 3/16 × 60 1/16 in. (122.4 × 152.6 cm). Collection Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago, Tony Salame, Aishti Foundation - Beirut, Lebanon and Elie Khouri - Elie Khouri Art Foundation, Dubai UAE, 2021.7. © 2020 Julie Curtiss. Photo: Nathan Keay, © MCA Chicago.

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Descending the Staircase Museum Of Contemporary Art (MCA)

15 Aug 2024 — 6 Jul 2025

"Descending the Staircase" showcases various representations of the human body across two floors of the museum. You will see artworks that address the body's role in labor, advertising, social media, and daily life.

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Chicago's premier art gallery is dedicated to showcasing art in all its forms – so expect to see painting, photography, film, music, theater and more in a stunningly designed exhibition space.

Opening hours

Saturday
10:00 - 17:00
Sunday
10:00 - 17:00
Monday
Tuesday
10:00 - 21:00
Wednesday
10:00 - 17:00
Thursday
10:00 - 17:00
Friday
10:00 - 17:00

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220 East Chicago Avenue, 60611, Chicago
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Eve,  United Kingdom United Kingdom
18 Oct 2024
Excellent
Iconic venue, beautiful art, friendly staff, recommended!
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Lexi,  United States United States
08 Mar 2024
Good
great experience and loved the exhibits just wish there was a bit more. people said it would take 2 hours but i took my time and it was only 1 hour
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Robert
13 Aug 2023
Excellent
The Gary Simmons exhibit was the most moving I have seen in a long time. Absolutely outstanding.
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