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“Art for Heart 2015”- 5th Anniversary week of contemporary artto Benefit Gift from the Heart Foundation and the Polish Museum of America: Saturday, September 19th – Friday, September 25th.
CHICAGO – The Polish Museum of America and Gift from the Heart Foundation (Dar Serca) are celebrating their 5th Anniversary of cooperation with a very special ART FOR HEART 2015! The event will start with a Celebratory Opening Gala on September 19th. The Multi-Organizational Networking Evening on September 23rd and Singles Night on September 25th also promise to be spectacular!
Once again, many very talented artists responded to the Call for Artists making the jury’s task of selecting the 2015 featured artists very difficult. The exhibit is a unique opportunity for Chicago’s Polish and Polish-American artists to showcase their art while bringing the community together to support two important Chicago foundations.
Everyone is cordially invited to the 5th Anniversary Exhibit Opening on Saturday, September 19th from 7 to 11pm, in the Polish Museum of America’s Sabina P. Logisz Great Hall. In addition to wonderful art, the event will feature live DJ, passed hors d’oeuvres, a cash bar and a complimentary anniversary champagne toast at 9pm! Guests will also have a chance to mingle with the artists, and view and purchase their work.
Everyone is also invited to the Multi-Organizational Networking Evening, Wednesday, September 23rd from 6 to 10pm, in the Polish Museum of America Great Hall. It will be a great opportunity to expand networks of interesting people from many industries and organizations in the beautiful setting of contemporary art. There will be light appetizers, music, a cash bar, as well as an opportunity to purchase the beautiful artwork.
Finally, everyone (not just singles!) is invited to the Single’s Night, Friday, September 25th from 7 to 11pm, in the Museum’s Great Hall. The elegant but comfortable atmosphere of this beautiful art show/sale; combined with great music, light appetizers, and a cash bar; makes a great night on the town!
The Polish Museum of America is located at 984 N. Milwaukee Ave., Chicago, IL and offers a free parking. Tickets will be $20 for the Opening Night; $15 for the Networking Evening & [$15] for the Single’s Night; available at the door on a first-come basis while they last. Those attending the Opening, will get a free pass to attend one of the week’s other events (must show the original ticket at the door). All original artwork, as well as less expensive prints, will be available for sale. Souvenir program books will be available (while supplies last) featuring the hosting foundations, all the artists, and the official Art for Heart 2015 sponsors. 100% of proceeds will jointly benefit Gift from the Heart Foundation (Dar Serca) and The Polish Museum of America.
Gift from the Heart Foundation, or Dar Serca, is a non-profit 501 (c) 3 organization that helps children with disabilities receive the medical treatment that they urgently need. The Foundation brings seriously ill and disabled children from European countries to the US and helps them receive high-quality medical care and treatments that are unattainable in their home countries. Over the past 20 years, Gift from the Heart Foundation has helped several hundred children receive modern medical treatments from the highest-quality clinics in the United States.
The Polish Museum of America, a 501 (c) 3 cultural institution, is one of the oldest and largest ethnic museums in the United States; and offers visitors a range of exhibits, resources and activities related to Polish history, culture and heritage, as well as Polish-American history. Its all-inclusive exhibits and cultural events are both educational and entertaining while supporting the entire community. It’s Library and extensive Archives have rendered invaluable services to historians, researchers, students and genealogists
The Polish Museum of America is located at 984 N. Milwaukee Ave., Chicago, IL and offers a free parking.
